Typical Age

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 19 and above.

Qualifications

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

• a first degree in Business, Management or related subjects or a level 6 qualification for example an ATHE Diploma in Management
• 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.

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!