The ATHE Level 3 Diploma  is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to Higher Education qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a subject area but may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

 Entry Criteria – Level 3

Age: 16 +
Entry profile:

• 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
• other related level 2 subjects
• other equivalent international qualifications
• a good knowledge of English

Level 4 Diploma is a 120 credits or equivalent in size and level to the first year of a bachelor’s degree.

 Entry Criteria – Level 4

 The Learners must possess:

• relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or any equivalent qualification; or
• work experience of 2 years or more in case you do not hold; any formal qualification; and
• learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
• a good knowledge of English

Entry Criteria – Level 5

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and have recently been in education or training. The level is equivalent to a 2nd year bachelor’s degree. You will need to demonstrate the following:

• prior study in related study; or
• a level 4 qualification for example an ATHE Level 4 course completed in the same subject area;
• other equivalent international qualifications; and
• a good knowledge of English

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