Cambridge Technical Diploma (CTEC)

From 2024, we are excited to offer a new Rhetoric pathway – the Cambridge Technical Diploma (CTEC).

This qualification is equivalent to two A Levels, and involves a mixture of internal and external assessment, students can opt for either Business Level 3 or Sport and Physical Activity Level 3.

The Diploma be able to be combined with a Core Mathematics or an EPQ qualification (both equivalent to half an A Level), or studied as a standalone qualification.

How you combine the CTEC with your broader studies should depend on discussion with our Rhetoric team and reflect your co-curricular commitments, GCSE profile and future ambitions.

Why choose the National Diploma?

This is a level 3 vocational qualification. You can enter university with these qualifications and most universities are very happy to accept them. They are ideal preparation for practical degree courses, for example, sports science.

Grades:

Pass – equivalent to grade E at A-level

Merit – equivalent to grade C at A-level

Distinction – equivalent to grade A at A-level

Distinction* – equivalent to grade A* at A-level

CTEC Sport and Physical Activity:

Recommendations of what to pair with the CTEC

(2 A-Levels equivalent):

Psychology

Sociology

English Language

Any of the Science subjects

CTEC in Business

Recommendations of what to pair with the CTEC

(2 A-Levels equivalent):

IT

Geography

Design based options

Humanities

Possible University/further education opportunities:

The course provides an excellent foundation for pursuing further studies in the various areas of business, such as management, business law, business administration and retail.

Students who have passed this qualification have gone on to study business studies at university and its related courses, such as events management, accountancy, law, and operations management.

Possible Careers:

This pathway is particularly suitable for students who wish to pursue careers in various private sector industries: retail, banking, leisure, and sales.

This qualification will also give pupils some background knowledge should they wish to set up their own business. Giving them the skills and knowledge to become budding entrepreneurs.