ATHE-Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Duration

6 Months

Registration Dates

2025

Mode of Study

Online/Self-Directed Study

Credit Value

Guided Learning Hours

360

Structure

Online/Self-Directed Study

Assessment

Assignment Based

Grading

Pass/Merit/Distinction

Support

Guidance/Assistance

TEst

Introduction
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting has been designed to develop the essential understanding and skills needed to provide the awareness of the accountancy and tax regulatory environment, the operational requirements for the accounting and finance function and what is expected of a professional accountant.

The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting can be studied as a pathway to joining the IFA Direct Programme and gaining IFA membership. For further details click here.
ATHE qualifications can be used for progression to relevant bachelor’s and master’s top-up degrees through a growing number of UK and international universities.
The IFA is an internationally recognised professional accountancy membership body. It is a full member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) the global accounting standard-setter and regulator. Further details can be obtained from the IFA.

This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of ATHE.

Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction.

Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.

Qualification Specification
To view the specification, please click here.

Additional
This qualification is eligible for UCAS points. To find out how much points your qualification is worth, please visit the UCAS Tariff Calculator here.

Typical Age

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

Qualifications

For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:

5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
other related level 2 subjects
other equivalent international qualifications

Language

For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:

IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49

A GCE Advanced level profile with achievement in 2 or more subjects supported by 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
Other related Level 3 subjects such as ATHE level 3 Diplomas.

An Access to Higher Education Certificate delivered by an approved Further Education institute and validated by an Access Validating Agency.
Other equivalent international qualifications.

Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to cope successfully with the course, to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments.

6 Sections

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Introduction to Accounting

Introduction to Accounting Principles

Financial Accounting Applications

Introduction to Management Accounting

Introduction to Cost Accounting Techniques

Ethical, Social and Political Issues in Accounting Practice

Learners must complete all 6 mandatory units.

Unit Name	Unit Aims	Credits
Introduction to Accounting	The aim of this unit is to develop an understanding of the different areas of accountancy practice and to begin to consider how these inter-relate with the business environment.	10
Introduction to Accounting Principles	The aim of this unit is to develop an understanding of accounting principles and information systems. Learners will develop practical bookkeeping skills and understand how to prepare double entry ledger accounts from first principles.	10
Financial Accounting Applications	The aim of this unit is to gain an understanding of financial accounting techniques. Learners will develop practical accounting skills to enable them to prepare final accounts for a range of different business organisations and will understand how to analyse and evaluate these statements making appropriate justifications for organisational improvements.	10
Introduction to Management Accounting	The aim of this unit is to develop their management and costing accounting skills. Learners will demonstrate numerical dexterity by completing practical tasks completed by business organisations on a day to day basis.	10
Introduction to Cost Accounting Techniques	The aim of this unit is to develop cost accounting skills. Learners will gain an understanding of the importance of costing to the effective operation of a business organisation.	10
Ethical, Social and Political Issues in Accounting Practice	By considering a range of social responsibilities, learners will gain an understanding of the inter-relationship between quantitative and qualitative information.	10

On successful completion of the Level 3, you will progress to the ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management. Following the award of your Level 5, you will be eligible to enter the final year of a Bachelor’s Degree (Top Up).

These progression options are available under the collaborative agreement between the University of Bolton and WINC Online.

The Top Up Degree is offered through synchronous online learning which uses state of the art lecture technology in place of a traditional classroom, allowing you access to your classes from anywhere in the world!

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