http://aqa-cityandguildsdiplomabank.co.uk/blogs/aqa-faq/archive/2008/08/07/what-are-diplomas.aspxDiplomas are new national qualifications which are being introduced in four phases from September 2008 to September 2011. By 2011 there will be 17 Diplomas to choose from. The first five are being taught in selected schools and colleges from SeptemberenCommunityServer 2008 SP2 (Build: 31104.93)