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On this page is a list of Consortia approved to offer the Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design (MPD).

The Diploma in MPD is currently being taught in 34 different areas across England and will be available in a further 20 areas from September 2010.

In each area employers, schools and colleges have formed local partnerships known as Consortia, and they are working together to share their expertise and deliver this new qualification. Each partnership delivering the Diploma in MPD has been assessed by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) and has been approved to offer the qualification.

Read below to see the list of Consortia - by region - which are approved to offer the Diploma in MPD. To find Consortia contact information, please visit the DCSF website.

Approved Consortia - September 2009 delivery

  • East of England
  • East Midlands
  • London
  • North East
  • North West
  • South East
  • South West
  • West Midlands
  • Yorkshire and Humber

Additional approved Consortia - September 2010 delivery

  • East of England
  • East Midlands
  • North West
  • South East
  • West Midlands
  • South West
  • Yorkshire and Humber

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