# OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy

> The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 foundation diploma in Accountancy worth 60 credits (600 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to A-levels / access to higher education. Most learners complete it in 6 months, studying part-time around work.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-3-foundation-diploma-in-accountancy/86
- Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses)
- Price: £950, buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Beginner
- Qualification: Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Accounting & Finance](https://upskilluni.com/courses/accounting-and-finance)
- Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy is to provide learners with a foundation for a career in a range of organisations in relation to financial management and accountancy. It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of accountancy, and the skills to adapt rapidly to change and progress with their learning.

Successful completion of the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy provides learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.

## Curriculum

- Recording Financial Transactions
- Management Information
- Maintaining Financial Records

## Who is this course for?

This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into accountancy or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace.

## Entry requirements

OTHM Level 3 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. OTHM Centre must ensure learners are recruited with integrity onto appropriate qualifications that will meet their needs, enable and facilitate learning and achievement enable progression. The qualification is offered in English. English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language…

## Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy (Ofqual qualification number 603/3811/8). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

## Career path

Successful completion of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy provides learners the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Business. For more information visit University Progressions page on the OTHM website. University progression routes published by OTHM include: Bangor University: progress to year 1 of BSc Business Management, BSc Marketing, BSc…; University of Greater Manchester: progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Business Management.

## Funding

Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.