About us
The new Diplomas require a unique blend of academic and applied learning. This is why AQA-City & Guilds have joined forces to offer the new qualifications. Our collaboration brings together the UK's leading provider of GCSEs and A Levels and the awarding body which is a household name for vocational learning. This joint expertise enables us to develop high-quality Diploma qualifications.
As part of our collaboration, we are combining our strengths to provide Gateway consortia unparalleled service and support and are committed to working together to make Diplomas a success.
- About AQA AQA is the UK's main provider of GCSEs and A levels, with over 3.5million AQA examinations being taken every year. It is recognised by schools and colleges as the number one choice for quality products and customer service.
- About City & Guilds City & Guilds is the largest vocational awarding body. It works closely with employers and industry bodies worldwide to ensure that its qualifications are relevant to the workplace and provide the benchmark for skills and knowledge.
- Why we are working together AQA-City & Guilds have combined knowledge and expertise to develop and deliver a range of high quality diplomas. Bringing together the best of the academic and vocational worlds.
- Partnerships and collaborations AQA-City & Guilds have worked with a number of partners - in government, education and business - to ensure the effective development and delivery of the diplomas.



Find out more about what Diplomas can offer you, what you can expect and what you need to do.