# OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies

> The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is to provide learners with a foundation to provide an entry route to UK and international university courses. It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of study skills, mathematics, computing, society and culture, business and accounting, providing the knowledge and skills to adapt rapidly to change and progress with their learning.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-3-foundation-diploma-for-higher-education-studies/253
- Provider: [London School of International Management](https://upskilluni.com/providers/london-school-of-international-marketing)
- Price: £850 (was £950), buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Academic & Personal Development](https://upskilluni.com/courses/academic-and-personal-development), [Foundation Studies](https://upskilluni.com/courses/foundation-studies)
- Last updated: 2026-11-11

## Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is to provide learners with a foundation to provide an entry route to UK and international university courses. It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of study skills, mathematics, computing, society and culture, business and accounting, providing the knowledge and skills to adapt rapidly to change and progress with their learning.

Successful completion of the othm Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

**Delivery Methods**

**London College of Professional Studies**provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning and in class. The learners can choose the mode of study at their convenience.

Learners are able to:
- Access all course material, including online modules and written assignments
- Dedicated tutor support
- LSIM online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
- LSIM assignment briefing, materials are high quality and easy to understand.
- Excellent quality study notes
- Prompt assignment marking and feedback
- Fully accredited UK courses leading to degrees from UK and American university
- Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
- Full support to our students until they completed the course

**Duration**

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 06 Month
- 09 Month

Learners are granted a maximum of **18 months’ access** to complete the course from the date of enrolment.**Accreditation**

This programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM)

**Assessment**

- Assessment is via assignment only.
- No Exams

## Curriculum

- Academic English and Study Skills
- Foundation Mathematics
- Foundation Computing
- Society and Culture
- Introduction to Business
- Foundation Accounting and Economics

## Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for learners aged 16 and above who wish to gain a foundation for entry into UK and international university courses. It is ideal for those seeking to develop essential study skills, mathematics, computing, and business knowledge to progress to undergraduate programmes.

## Entry requirements

OTHM Level 3 foundation diploma qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications. OTHM ensures that learners admitted to the programme have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment criteria.

## Certificates

This programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM)

## Career path

Progress to the following programmes ( BSc, BA, BA Hons) For Example: University of Sunderland University of Southampton University of Roehampton Middlesex University Many more Successful completion of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners with the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including the OTHM Level 4 diploma.

## Funding

Flexible payment plan: £150 deposit, then £86 per month