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The New Cambridge Modular DELTA

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Why has Delta changed?
The new modular version of Delta has been introduced:

To create an accessible and modular form of Delta that will offer candidates flexible entry points.

To enable candidates to achieve Delta in stages, over a period of time that can fit with career and other commitments.

To provide Delta candidates the opportunity to include a focus on specialist teaching e,g. teaching young learners,  business English.

To encourage more flexible delivery, e.g. blended learning options.

To allow individual modules to be taken as part of a programme of continuous professional development. 

To certificate partial achievement, e.g. development as a general English.


Do I have to take all three modules?
No. Candidates may choose to enter a single module or any combination of modules. Each module is separately certificated so this will allow candidates to receive credit for each module successfully completed.

 

Can the Modules be taken in any order?
While candidates may choose to take the modules in any order, Modules Two and Three assume the candidate will have the knowledge and competences gained in the previous module(s) so for most candidates the most practical order will be from Module One through to Module Three.

 

Can I take all three modules at the same time?
Yes. Some centres may carry on delivering DELTA as a single course (all three modules being run concurrently by a centre). However, the distribution of content across the three modules allows centres the flexibility of offering individual modules or combinations of modules for candidates who may not wish to, or need to, complete them all.

 

Do I have to complete all three modules within a specific time?
No. There is no time limit for completion of all three modules.

 

Can I retake modules?
Yes. There is no limit on the number of times a candidate may take a module.

 

Do I have to take a course for each module?
Attendance on a course will only be necessary for Module two so that practice can be directly assessed. Candidates can enter for Module One and Module Three without taking a course.

 

Does Modular DELTA have the same recognised status?
Yes and it will also offer greater transparency and flexibility as each module will be worth 20 credits, allowing candidates, universities and other users to more easily see how DELTA fits in relation to other qualifications.