Jargon buster

There's a whole new world of terminology, abbreviations and jargon that's specific to each individual sector. So we've put together this glossary to define as many of the terms that you're likely to come across as possible.

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DCSF - Department for Children, Schools and Families
Diplomas - These are alternatives to GCSEs and A Levels and can be studied in years 10 and 12 or above. A student project will be completed in each course, life skills will be learnt and taught in a work like context. Diplomas can be taken at three levels: Foundation diploma similar to taking four or five GCSEs, higher diploma similar to taking five or six GCSEs, progression diploma which is similar to taking 2 A levels and advanced diploma similar to taking three A levels. Functional skills (English, Maths and ICT) must be studied either alongside or as part of a Diploma. Core Skills will also be studied: learning about issues affecting a chosen employment sector, how it works and key skills involved.
DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy see also PhD