How many points are Diplomas worth?
The Diploma has extra points awarded to it to recognise achievement of the whole qualification and passing all elements of the Diploma, in addition to the points awarded to the component parts of the qualification. Therefore the score for the Diploma is greater than those awarded for the combination of PL and EP as it includes an extra allocation awarded for completion of key/functional skills, personal learning and thinking skills (PLTS) and work experience. Whilst these generic learning components do not attract Tariff points if taken as stand alone activities they are included within the Tariff considerations as students cannot achieve the Diploma without successfully completing them. Tariff points for ASL qualifications are additional to those awarded for achievement of the Diploma grade.
