Programme Overview
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in English and Communications for Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.
The qualification aims to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of a range of topics within the English and Communications for Business environment. These topics will allow learners to develop practical and theoretical approaches to solving problems and finding solutions using English and Communications for Business.
This qualification sits within a suite of ATHE L3 qualifications, which is called the International Access Programme (IAP). Each qualification has a credit value of 60. Learners may choose to study one or more of the qualifications in this suite.
Learners must achieve 5 Mandatory Units
The total Qualification time is 600
The total Guided learning hours is 360
The total Credit value is60
| Unit Code | Unit Title (Mandatory Unit) | Level | Credit | GLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J/618/6394 | Businesses Communication | 3 | 5 | 30 |
| R/618/4163 | Mobile and Digital Business Communication | 3 | 10 | 60 |
| Y/618/4164 | Verbal and Non Verbal Business Communication | 3 | 15 | 90 |
| D/618/4165 | Businesses English: Reading and Writing | 3 | 15 | 90 |
| H/618/416 | Businesses English: Speaking and Listening | 3 | 15 | 90 |
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.
Qualifications
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
- other related level 2 subjects
- other equivalent international qualifications