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Level 3 SwissUK® Foundation Diploma in Accountancy

An accountancy programme aligned with the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at Level 3, enabling graduates to enter employment immediately or progress to the first year of a university degree.

UK Nationally Recognised Qualification

SwissUK® Diploma is a Swiss-delivered programme that awards qualifications issued by an Ofqual UK.Gov awarding body.

Enter Employment or Progress to Bachelor’s Study

Graduates may enter employment immediately or progress to bachelor’s programmes, subject to admission requirements.

International Recognition

Graduates receive qualifications recognised in over 180 countries and territories, with progression opportunities to more than 3,000 bachelor’s programmes.

Tuition Fee Support and Scholarships

SwissUK® Diploma offers scholarship and tuition fee support policies to help learners optimise their overall study costs more effectively.

Key Benefits

UK Qualification Reference Statement
Multinational Career Opportunities
Career Risk Reduction
Ultra-Cost-Effective Study Abroad
Enhanced Relocation Opportunities
Qualifications

Upon successful completion of the programme, learners are awarded a UK regulated qualification awarded by OTHM and regulated by Ofqual.

  • OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy.
Program Introduction

The Level 3 SwissUK® Diploma in Accountancy provides foundational knowledge in financial management and accountancy, helping learners prepare for further study or employment in business and finance.

This Level 3 qualification is positioned within the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and is assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels. Upon completion, learners may progress to undergraduate programmes, subject to the admission requirements of the receiving institution, or enter employment at an appropriate level.

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Program Description
Ofqual inspection code:603/3811/8
Level UK regulation frameworkRQF
Minimum training time6 months
Total credits60 Credits
Total learning time600 Hours
Total time spent with instructors360 Hours
LanguageEnglish
Programme ProviderSwiss Information and Management Institute
Assessment CentreSwiss Information and Management Institute
Awarding BodyOTHM

Mandatory Modules

1. Recording Financial Transactions (R/617/3339): 20 UK Credits / 10 ECTS Credits

  • Learn how to record financial transactions accurately using source documents.
  • Understand how to classify and manage income and expenses.

2. Management Information (L/617/3338): 20 UK Credits / 10 ECTS Credits

  • Develop an understanding of cost and management accounting.
  • Explore the purpose and use of information technology in recording management information, including its advantages and disadvantages.

3. Maintaining Financial Records (J/617/3337): 20 UK Credits / 10 ECTS Credits

  • Understand the importance of maintaining financial records.
  • Learn the double-entry bookkeeping system, the three-column cash book, and how to prepare bank reconciliations.
Assignments:
  • Complete 3 written assignments (2,000–3,000 words each) based on the module titles.
Learning outcomes
  • Provide fundamental knowledge and skills in accounting principles and practices.
  • Teach learners how to record and manage financial transactions accurately.
  • Prepare financial documents and apply accounting principles in practice.
  • Integrate information technology tools to manage financial data effectively.
  • Equip learners with the ability to pursue further study or work in entry-level roles in accounting and finance.
Learning model

The programme runs over 6 months and is delivered through an automated e-learning model, including:

  • Designed to support self-directed learning.
  • Lessons are structured into concise, easy-to-follow modules, helping learners understand each module more easily upon completion.
  • Learners are provided with the tools and support needed to complete the course requirements effectively.

Learn more about the automated e-learning model [Video HERE]

Admission
Entry Requirements:
  • Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
  • Completion of full secondary education is required.
English Requirements:
  • Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR): Level B2; or
  • IELTS: Overall score of 5.5, with Reading and Writing at 5.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Score of 51.
Level 3 e-ProCerts

As a program mapped to National Occupational Standards, along with the supplemental knowledge system, students can engage in self-study through interactive lessons, attend webinars, and take online tests to earn 03 Level 3 e-ProCerts. Each e-ProCert reflects Level 3 (Foundation Level), outlines the Learning Outcomes, and provides certification upon completion.

If students wish to convert their e-ProCerts to hard copies, they can use an optional service for a minimal fee.

The 03 e-ProCerts that learners can obtain during the Level 3 SwissUK® Diploma in Accounting program (note: this is optional):
  1. Level 3 Certified for Recording Financial Transactions
  2. Level 3 Certified for Management Information
  3. Level 3 Certified for Maintaining Financial Records

Check out the way you could get 03 electric Professional Certified [Video HERE]

Accreditation & Qualification of Swiss Information and Management Institute

Swiss Information and Management Institute is the first higher education institute in Zug, Switzerland, to achieve comprehensive international accreditations at both the organizational and program levels. The video below guides you through the step-by-step process of verifying and checking the accreditations and recognitions of the Swiss Information and Management Institute.

  • Watch this video to learn how to verify the accreditations and recognitions of the Swiss Information and Management Institute CLICK HERE.
  • View the complete accreditation system of Swiss Information and Management Institute CLICK HERE.
Accreditation & Qualification of the Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding body OTHM
About the Ofqual UK.Gov awarding body OTHM:
  • Recognized as an organization by the educational authority of the United Kingdom, Ofqual (UK.Gov). Recognition Number: RN5284. Refer to the recognition information CLICK HERE.
  • OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Accountancy is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 603/3811/8. Refer to the accreditation information CLICK HERE.
Reference:
  • Sample certificate of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma: CLICK HERE
  • Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM: CLICK HERE
  • The meaning of Level System in the labor market in the context of global labor mobility: CLICK HERE
  • The meaning of Level System in global diploma recognition: CLICK HERE
Progression Pathways

After completing this programme, learners may progress to SwissUK® Diploma Levels 4 and 5. They may also have opportunities to apply for bachelor’s degree programmes at universities in the EU and the United Kingdom.

  • Study Abroad Pathways: Click HERE
  • Relocation Pathway: Click HERE
  • SwissEdu⁺ – Swiss Digital Higher Education Pathway: Click HERE
  • SwissUK® Progression Pathway: Click HERE

Scholarship Request

We offer exclusive scholarships for online international students through Swiss Edufund.

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