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Duration: 16-20 weeks
Credits: 60
Enrol: Anytime
£950 + VAT (in the UK)
*VAT applicable in UK
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How you’ll study
This course is studied 100% online. Some courses require blended learning.
Course Duration
Study time depends on the credit size of each qualification. See Key Facts below for this course.
Start dates
Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour except weekend. Ascentis and Pearson BTEC L3 courses have fixed intakes across the year
Regulated Qualifications
Access to HE Diplomas are regulated by QAA. All other qualifications are regulated by Ofqual.
Comprehensive study material
Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks, handouts, articles, workbooks, MCQ, Case studies and assignment briefs.
Assessment
Pearson BTEC L3 courses are exam based for some units. Most courses are assessment via assignments on which learners can get formative feedback prior to final submission and grading. Not all qualifications offered are graded

Overview
The Level 3 Diploma in Accounting provides the background knowledge and skills needed to support progression to higher academic and vocational qualification levels. The associated sample assignments support the development of skills needed by individuals considering a career in the Accounting profession. This qualification leads to applied learning, integrating knowledge and understanding with the development and application of skills. It has been developed to conform to the requirements of the RQF, to meet the requirements of higher education and employers and to meet the needs of learners.
Modules
The learners have to complete 6 mandatory to achieve the 60 credits.
K/618/4153 Introduction to Accounting
M/618/4154 Introduction to Accounting Principles
T/618/4155 Financial Accounting Applications
A/618/4156 Introduction to Management Accounting
F/618/4157 Introduction to Cost Accounting Techniques
J/618/4158 Ethical, Social and Political Issues in Accounting Practice
Entry Requirements
The Level 3 Diplomas within the IAP are designed to meet the needs of learners who are progressing from a study at Level 2, as well as those who are returning to learning.
• Learners aged 16 or over, who have recently been in education or training.
• 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above.
• other related levels 2 subjects
• other equivalent international qualifications.
• Learners will need to have appropriate Level 2 standard in English and in particular Mathematics/Numeracy


Progressions
Successful completion of the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions, including progression to relevant ATHE Level 4 Diplomas and Extended Diplomas.
As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and carries UCAS points, learners may be eligible to apply for entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme, subject to each university's entry requirements.
For more information visit https://athe.co.uk/partners/category/university-progression-routes/
Certification
The Diploma is issued by ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education), the awarding organisation. UK Versity (Centre Number 889) is an accredited and approved delivery centre for ATHE qualifications.
Key Facts
Awarding Body: Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE)
Course Duration: 16-20 weeks
Method of study: Distance Learning/ Blended/ Full Time
Qualification Level: 3
Qualification Number: 603/6558/4
Credits: 60

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