Level 7
Certificate
Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods
20 credits 200 hrs TQT 2 months Online
Subject pathway
OTHM Research Methods qualifications
1 OTHM Research Methods qualifications from Level 7 to Level 7, all online with LSIB. Progress one level at a time with full credit transfer.
Level 7
1 qualificationsFrequently asked questions
Which OTHM Research Methods qualifications does LSIB offer?
LSIB offers 1 OTHM Research Methods qualifications at Level 7, all delivered online.
Which Research Methods 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 Research Methods 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 Research Methods 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 Research Methods level to the next?
Yes. Completing a level gives you the credits to enrol on the next OTHM level in Research Methods, up to Level 7 at LSIB.
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Last reviewed 20 October 2026Source: OTHM qualification specifications