Accountancy Diploma (Level 3)
The Accountancy Diploma level 3 university foundation programme is a 60 credit qualification (equivalent to one A level). The objective of the diploma is to provide learners with a foundation for a career in a range of organisations in relation to financial management and accountancy. It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of accountancy, and the skills to adapt rapidly to change and progress with their learning.
The level 3 diploma in Accountancy is made up of 3 modules and 3 written assignments; each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours. While completing the diploma, students will have access to various study resources, such as tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to complete their graduate business course.
Upon completion of this diploma, students receive an OTHM level 3 accountancy qualification which is fully regulated by Ofqual. Students will then have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full undergraduate degree programme from a range of UK universities. Alternatively, students can opt to study our level 4/5 degree in accounting and finance and then complete a undergraduate top up at a range of UK universities.
Online Courses
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Our ‘Qualifi’ endorsed online courses are developed using the module content from our online degrees. You can complete all of the learning from this diploma with our online course bundle and then progress to the diploma assessment if you choose to complete the full qualification.
Aims of the Accountancy Diploma (Level 3)
The learning material has been developed by UK university professors and is mapped against OFQUAL awarding body learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
By the end of this diploma you will be able to:
- Give learners a basic understanding of how to record financial transactions.
- Develop learners’ awareness of aspects of cost and management accounting, including the purpose of management information.
- Provide learners with an understanding of why financial records need to be kept.
