UK Awarding Body
ATHE Diploma Programmes
Ofqual-regulated UK qualifications from Level 3 to Level 7, built for working professionals.
About ATHE
A UK Awarding Organisation
ATHE is a UK awarding organisation, regulated by Ofqual. It works with approved centres around the world to deliver vocational qualifications across business, management, accounting, finance, healthcare and educational leadership. Bradford International Alliance is an ATHE registered centre for the qualifications listed below.
Every ATHE qualification has a strong vocational focus, designed around what industry needs today. Depending on the university’s own entry requirements, ATHE qualifications may support applications to bachelor’s and master’s top-up degrees.
Why ATHE
Why Study an ATHE Qualification?
Ofqual Regulated
UK-regulated qualifications awarded by ATHE.
Industry-Focused Learning
A vocational curriculum built around current workplace needs.
Structured Levels
Qualifications offered at RQF Levels 3 to 7, from entry to advanced study.
Possible University Routes
May support applications to top-up degrees, subject to each university’s requirements.
Built for Working Professionals
Study structured around your professional commitments.
Guidance from BIA
Support from programme choice through to the admissions process.
Qualification Levels
Find Your Starting Level
ATHE qualifications are offered at five RQF levels. Choose the level that matches your education and experience.
RQF levels show the difficulty of a qualification. They are not the same as a year of a university degree.
ATHE Programmes
Explore ATHE Qualifications by Level
Browse ATHE diplomas and certificates in business, management, accounting, finance and healthcare. Filter by level or search for your subject.
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ATHE Level 3
RQF Level 3ATHE Level 4
RQF Level 4ATHE Level 5
RQF Level 5ATHE Level 6
RQF Level 6ATHE Level 7
RQF Level 7No programmes match your search. Try a different keyword or select another level.
Progression
Where Could ATHE Take You?
- After Level 3You may be able to apply for a Level 4 qualification.
- After Level 5You may be able to apply for a bachelor’s top-up degree.
- After Level 6You may be able to apply for a master’s degree or Level 7.
- After Level 7You may be able to apply for a master’s top-up degree.
Progression is not guaranteed. Each university decides which qualifications it accepts and sets its own entry requirements. Admission is at the university’s sole discretion.
Next Step
Start Your ATHE Pathway
Speak to a Bradford International Alliance advisor to find the right ATHE level and subject for your experience and career goals.
Who Awards Your ATHE Qualification?
Your qualification is awarded by ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education), a UK awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual. Bradford International Alliance (BIA) does not award ATHE qualifications. BIA is an ATHE registered centre that delivers and supports the ATHE Diploma Programmes listed on this page. BIA has its head office in Leicester, United Kingdom, an outreach office in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and a branch in Johannesburg, South Africa.
How ATHE Diploma Study Works
ATHE Diploma Programmes with BIA are studied online by distance learning, so working professionals can study around their jobs. You work through each unit at your own pace, with guidance from BIA, and complete the assessments set for the qualification. ATHE qualifications are usually assessed through written assignments rather than exams.
Study online while you work
There are no fixed classroom sessions to attend. You study from home or the workplace and plan your time around your professional commitments.
Support from enquiry to completion
BIA advisors help you choose the right level and subject, explain the admission steps and support you during your studies.
Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma?
ATHE qualifications come in different sizes. A certificate is a shorter qualification that covers a focused set of units. A diploma covers a broader set of units. An extended diploma is the largest, covering the widest range of units at that level. The level tells you how demanding the qualification is, and the size tells you how much study it involves.
What does Gen Ed mean?
Some Level 4 and Level 5 Business and Management diplomas come in a Gen Ed version, which includes general education units. Ask an advisor whether the Gen Ed version suits your plans.
Entry Requirements for ATHE Diploma Programmes
Each ATHE qualification has its own entry requirements, set out in ATHE’s qualification specification. They are usually based on your previous study, your work experience and your English language level. Mature learners with relevant work experience may be considered. A BIA advisor will check your background against the requirements before you apply.
How to Apply for an ATHE Diploma
Speak to an advisor
Tell us about your education, experience and career goals, and ask about fees and admission.
Choose your level and subject
We help you compare the ATHE qualifications that match your background.
Submit your documents
Send your academic certificates, CV and identification so your eligibility can be checked.
Start your studies
Once your enrolment is confirmed, you receive your study materials and begin learning online.
ATHE Diploma Programmes: Frequently Asked Questions
What is ATHE?
ATHE stands for Awards for Training and Higher Education. It is a UK awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual that offers vocational qualifications in business, management, accounting, healthcare and educational leadership.
Does Bradford International Alliance award ATHE qualifications?
No. ATHE awards the qualification. Bradford International Alliance is an ATHE registered centre that delivers the programmes and supports learners.
Can I study an ATHE diploma online while working?
Yes. ATHE Diploma Programmes with BIA are studied online by distance learning, so you can study around your job.
Which ATHE level should I start at?
It depends on your previous education and experience. Level 3 suits learners starting further study, Levels 4 and 5 are close to the early years of undergraduate study, Level 6 is close to final-year degree study, and Level 7 is at postgraduate level. An advisor can help you choose.
Can an ATHE diploma lead to a university degree?
It may. Some universities accept ATHE qualifications for entry to bachelor’s or master’s top-up degrees, but each university sets its own entry requirements and makes its own admission decision. Progression is not guaranteed.
Are ATHE qualifications recognised in the UAE?
ATHE qualifications are regulated by Ofqual in the UK. Recognition for employment or further study in the UAE is decided by the relevant authority, employer or university, so check their requirements before you enrol.
How much does an ATHE diploma cost?
Fees depend on the level and qualification you choose. Speak to a BIA advisor to ask about fees and admission.