Level 3
Foundation Diploma
Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
120 credits 1200 hrs TQT one year Online
Subject pathway
OTHM Higher Education Studies qualifications
1 OTHM Higher Education Studies qualifications from Level 3 to Level 3, all online with LSIB. Progress one level at a time with full credit transfer.
Level 3
1 qualificationsFrequently asked questions
Which OTHM Higher Education Studies qualifications does LSIB offer?
LSIB offers 1 OTHM Higher Education Studies qualifications at Level 3, all delivered online.
Which Higher Education Studies level should I start at?
Start at the level matching your current qualifications and experience: Level 3 with GCSEs or equivalent, Level 4 after Level 3 or A-levels, Level 5 after Level 4, Level 6 after Level 5, Level 7 with a degree or senior experience.
Are OTHM Higher Education Studies qualifications recognised?
Yes. They are regulated by Ofqual and listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, and are accepted for progression by UK and international universities.
How are OTHM Higher Education Studies courses assessed?
By written assignments for each unit, marked by LSIB and externally verified by OTHM; there are no exams.
Can I progress from one Higher Education Studies level to the next?
Yes. Completing a level gives you the credits to enrol on the next OTHM level in Higher Education Studies, up to Level 3 at LSIB.
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Last reviewed 20 October 2026Source: OTHM qualification specifications