What is OTHM Level 7 diploma equivalent to?

Are you planning to study master’s in the UK but struggling for the entry requirements? The UK is a centre of top-notch universities around the world. It is a dream study destination for Bangladeshi students. But the fact is due to the study gap, low CGPA or huge cost every year a lot of students get rejected to study in the United Kingdom. Besides many students doing a 3 year pass course rather than a 4 year bachelor degree, they are also not eligible for a direct master’s programme. 

Many UK universities offer pre-master’s programmes for the students who are not eligible to pursue a master’s programme directly. But the pre-master’s programme takes one more year to complete. It requires one year extra living expenses and extra tuition fees. So, many students find an alternative option. In this article we will discuss OTHM level 7 diploma which is an alternative to the pre-master’s programme in UK. So, if you are interested in the OTHM level 7 diploma hopefully this article will help you a lot. 

What is an OTHM level 7 diploma?

OTHM is an UK awarding body regulated by the Ofqual. OTHM level 7 diploma is equivalent to the UK pre-master’s/master’s programme. So, if you are not eligible for a direct master’s programme, OTHM level 7 diploma will help you develop your skill and increase your eligibility to further studies abroad. Besides, if you want to get a professional qualification that will enrich your CV, you can take the OTHM level 7 diploma also. Since OTHM has approved centres in 30 countries, your degree will be recognised globally. 

Why should you take OTHM level 7?

OTHM level 7 diploma is equivalent to a pre-masters/master’s programme in the UK. But you can get this qualification from your home country with an affordable tuition fee. Here we are giving the reason for why you should take the OTHM level 7 diploma for higher education studies.

Cost-effective

OTHM level 7 is a UK equivalent qualification that you can get from your country with a very affordable cost. This qualification will provide you a professional certificate and develop your skills that will enrich your CV. So, you can say it’s a cost-effective qualification. 

Shorter duration courses

In general, a master’s programme takes one year to complete. But in the case of OTHM level 7, you can complete the  course within 6/8 months.

Cover low CGPA

If you are not eligible for a direct master’s programme abroad due to your low CGPA, you can take this programme that will help you to cover your CGPA and develop your skills and make you eligible for a direct master’s programme abroad.

Professional qualification

OTHM level 7 is a UK equivalent diploma course and provides education in different subject areas including HRM, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Project Management and so on. That will enable your skill in the job market and enrich your CV with a professional qualification. 

Cover study-gap

If you have a huge study gap that is not accepted in any countries abroad, or if you are not eligible for a direct master’s programme abroad, you can take the OTHM level 7 diploma. That will cover your study gap and increase your eligibility for a direct master’s programme in the UK or any European countries. 

Entry requirements for OTHM level 7 diploma course

OTHM Level 7 is a professional diploma. You must have some eligibility to take this programme as your higher education studies. So, to help you out here we are giving the entry requirements of OTHM level 7 diploma.

Academic requirements

• Minimum level 6 qualification
• A honors degree in relevant subject
• Learners must be at least 21 years old or above while achieving this qualification

English requirements

If you are from a non native English speaking country you must submit an English language proficiency certificate. The minimum IELTS requirements for OTHM level 7 diploma is overall 5.5 ( 5.5 must in reading & writing).

OTHM level 7 qualification structure

Postgraduate courses are taught in OTHM level 7 diploma. However, these courses are shorter: only 120 credits and the learners will have to proceed to 60 credits with university to achieve a full master’s or MBA. 

Course offerings for OTHM level 7 diploma

Since OTHM level 7 is a professional diploma course, you find many professional courses here for higher education studies. Such as-

• Certificate in Research Methods
• Accounting and Finance
• Business and Organizational Psychology
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Data Science
• Education Management and Leadership
• Health and Social Care Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business Law
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Police Leadership and Management
• Project Management
• in Public Administration
•  Risk Management
• Strategic Management and Leadership
• Strategic Marketing
• Tourism and Hospitality Management

Who provides OTHM level 7 courses from Bangladesh?

OTHM is a UK equivalent professional qualification. It helps the learners to improve their skills and enrich their CV with a developed professional qualification that will enable them to get high quality jobs as well as prepare them for further studies abroad. You can take this programme from your country. So, are you looking for the OTHM level 7 diploma course provider in Bangladesh? Alright, you are at the right place. Because AIMS Academy provides the ofqual regulated UK equivalent professional qualification through OTHM with a very minimal cost. 

Final Words

OTHM level 7 diploma is an alternative to the UK master’s programme. OTHM is an Ofqual regulated UK awarding body. Through an OTHM level 7, you can save both your time and money and this qualification will prepare you for further education abroad. So, if you are struggling to study a master’s programme in UK, you can take the OTHM level 7 for higher education studies.

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