14-19 Diplomas into Higher Education

Date:Tuesday 2 December 2008

Time:09.30 - 16.00

Venue: Central Hall, Westminster, London

Organised by:
The Linking, South East, South and West London Lifelong Learning Networks.

The 14-19 Diplomas are part of the new 14-19 Reforms.

However, to date, only a limited amount of IAG information exists on learner progression to Higher Education (HE).

This event will provide the opportunity to discuss and explore the relevant issues.

Attendees

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Agenda

09.30 Registration, Refreshments and Networking

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10.00 Welcome and Introduction
Beverley Woodhams, Head of Central Recruitment, University of Greenwich

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10.15 1st Keynote Speech: Diplomas and Progression to HE
Professor Deian Hopkin, Vice Chancellor London South Bank University

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10.45 2nd Keynote Speech: 14 – 19 Reforms: The Diplomas the Story so far
Delyth Chambers, Independent Consultant and Advisor to the DCSF on the Engagement of Higher Education in the 14-19 Reforms

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11.15 Case Study: Case Study Diploma Progression to HE
Margot Richardson FE Partnerships Co-ordinator, University of East London

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11.30 Networking Coffee Break

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11.45 Development Sessions

Session 1
What is the Advanced Diploma
Sheelagh Mealing, Principal Lecturer, London South Bank University

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Session 2
Developing IAG Resources for 14-19 Diplomas – What We Would Like to See Included to Address Our Concerns
Nancy Van den Broeck, Careers Manager, Ealing Hammersmith & West London College

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Session 3
How to Advise Diploma Learners on the Application Process for Higher Education
Vikki Pickering. Policy Executive UCAS

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Session 4
Higher Education Admissions Tutors – What are They Looking For?
Anne Setright, Head of Widening Participation, Queen Mary, University of London

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Session 5
Preparing for the Next 5 Diploma Lines, September 2009. (Business, Administration and Finance, Environmental and Land Based Studies, Hair and Beauty Studies, Hospitality and Manufacturing and Product Design)
Sandra Stalker, Head of 14 -19 Education, QCA

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13.00 Networking Lunch

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14.00 Development Sessions (repeated)

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15.15 Panel Session: Questions from the Floor
Sue Betts, Director, Linking London Lifelong Learning Network, Graeme Hall, Executive Director, West London Lifelong Learning Network, Karen Morse, South East London Lifelong Learning Network, Delyth Chambers and Sheelagh Mealing

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15.50 Closing Remarks
Chair: Beverley Woodhams

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16.00 End of conference

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Evaluation

Positive feedback was received and the satisfaction rates were mostly very satisfied to satisfied. Comments included:

• “The Speakers were extremely well informed especially given the often complex nature of the subject”
• “A lot of very useful information at all levels – both basics of Diplomas and more specific details”.

There were other interesting comments made in the feedback that reflected the difficulties of embedding new qualifications programmes:

• “Mixed messages from presenters”
• “Clearer views on the new Diplomas in schools and colleges would help more partners engage with their project”.

The comments on what could be improved will be used when planning the next London LLN conference. In addition, the comments on possible future developments sessions will be used in future diploma workshops and conferences. The comments included:

• “Look at mapping across London, how are young people’s choices constrained by geography/where do they travel to/options offered within their community?”
• “More case studies as they evolve. More info on work placement assessment”
• “Future sessions to explore what HEI’s are doing to further understand Diplomas and to ensure FE and HE discuss those areas”
• “Communication seems to be the key”.

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5 reasons to attend

1. Find out the latest information on 14-19 Diplomas
2. Explore practical issues and potential solutions for HE entry
3. Share your experiences with 14-19 Diplomas school, FE and HE colleagues
4. Learn about the 14-19 Reforms
5. Prepare for the next 5 Diplomas.

Who should attend?

1. HE Admissions staff
2. School and FE staff working on the 14-19 Diplomas
3. 14-19 Diploma consortia members
4. IAG providers
5. FE and HE curriculum staff.

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