Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
Foundation Diploma
Qualification Objectives
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.
Programme Outline
Foundation Courses
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Induction Module
OTHM-IND-FD-100
|
0.00 |
Core Units
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Academic English and Study Skills
R/617/3714
|
20.00 |
|
Foundation Mathematics
Y/617/3715
|
20.00 |
|
Foundation Computing
D/617/3716
|
20.00 |
|
Society and Culture
H/617/3717
|
20.00 |
|
Introduction to Business
K/617/3718
|
20.00 |
|
Foundation Accounting and Economics
M/617/3719
|
20.00 |
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies are outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
- Senior School Leaving Certificate or 5 GCSE O levels; or international equivalent qualification
- English Proficiency: IELTS (Academic) 5.5 (reading and writing components no less than 5.5), or GCSE English grade 'C' and above, or international equivalent qualification, or Unicaf English Placement Test (EPT)
- Valid passport or national ID
