FIDA – The Futures Institute at Dollar Academy – is delighted to offer the International
Sustainability Diploma to schools across Scotland.
Key resources
- FIDA website: Sustainability Diploma – Fida
- International Sustainability Diploma by FIDA 2025_For Teachers
- International Sustainability Diploma_Introduction for Learners_2025
- A short video to introduce the course: https://vimeo.com/1052427098
- An online brochure: https://issuu.com/dollaracademy/docs/internationalsustainabilitydiploma?fr=sNjhkODgwODYxMTI
The course is free of charge, and schools may register from November 2024 for the 2025-26 session.
The Diploma is an innovative one-year programme. Students learn by tackling real-world projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and co-created with experts from industry and universities.
The course is designed to develop the important skills of independent research, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and entrepreneurship. Instead of examinations, students are assessed on a varied Portfolio of work which they build throughout the year. Assessment is carried out in schools and verified by FIDA.
The Diploma credit-rated at SCQF Level 6 and is worth 24 tariff points (equivalent to one Higher). As such, it is recognised by UCAS, universities, colleges and employers, and also carries international recognition.
To register, email: Smith-JA@dollaracademy.org.uk
