Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is to provide learners with a foundation to provide an entry route to UK and international university courses. It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of study skills, mathematics, computing, society and culture, business and accounting, providing the knowledge and skills to adapt rapidly to change and progress with their learning.

Successful completion of the Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

Entry requirements

OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16.

Equivalences

OTHM qualifications at RQF Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.

Delivery Methods

Gatwick College provide various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in class. The learners can choose the mode of study at their convenience.

Learners are able to:

  • Access all course material, including online modules and written assignments
  • Dedicated tutor support
  • Gatwick College online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
  • Gatwick College  assignment briefing, materials are  high quality and easy to understand.
  • Excellent quality study notes
  • Prompt assignment marking and feedback
  • Full access to an online library.
  • Fully accredited UK courses-leading to degrees from UK and American university’s
  • Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
  • Full support to our student until they completed the course

 

Course Delivery

  • Online
  • Blended Learning
  • Self-paced learning – Students can learn with their own time and schedule at their own speed with the help of a tutor

 

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 6 Months
  • 9 Months

 

Accreditation

This programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM)

 

Entry Requirements

  • OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16
  • English language requirements

 

 

Progression

Successful completion of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including OTHM Level 4 diploma.

Qualification structure

The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits

Mandatory units

  • Academic English and Study Skills (20 credits)
  • Foundation Mathematics (20 credits)
  • Foundation Computing (20 credits)
  • Society and Culture (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Business (20 credits)
  • Foundation Accounting and Economics (20 credits)

 

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission

No Exams