Diploma Programmes:
Applicants require the recommend ation of two responsible persons and must have attained one of the following entry
requirements:

• ABE Certificate
• Two GCE ‘A’ levels together with four GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English language and Maths
• BTEC National award in relevant subjects
• Three passes in LCCI Third level in relevant subjects
• Four passes in RSA examinations at least two of which must be at Stage 111
• Pitman’s Qualifications - Two passes at level 3 in relevant subjects
• An ‘Access’ Certificate from a UK College of Further Education
• Any NCVQ approved qualifications at level 3 in relevant subjects
• Such overseas qualifications that follow the University of London guidelines may be accepted by the Registrar as being
equivalent to the above

In addition, the ABE welcomes applications for student membership from intending Diploma candidates who, although not
holding a formal entry qualification, have been in appropriate employment for at least two years. A reference letter from
employers must accompany all these applications.