Eligibility criteria
Before you apply to study please ensure you meet our eligibility criteria.
Minimum requirements for study
- 2 A level passes or equivalent PLUS 5 GCSEs/vocational GCSEs/GCE/O level passes (grades 9-4/A-C) or equivalent in five separate subjects including mathematics and English.
- Level 3 book-keeping or accounting qualification which includes the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.
Language
Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments.
Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of having completed an English language qualification or may need to undertake the IELTS English language test and achieve a grade of 5.5 or above.
Digital literacy
All study is online and requires a basic level of digital literacy in the following areas:
- using the internet
- using Microsoft Word and Excel
- unzipping documents
- using the centre’s online portal
It is important that you understand these areas to be able to study effectively and gain the maximum benefits from the programme.
If you are not totally confident that you have the relevant digital knowledge and skills, we strongly recommend you take this digital literacy test.
These tests are provided under:
- Essential computer skills
- Essential software skills
What if I’m not ready for IFA Direct?
For those not ready for IFA Direct, the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is a pathway to joining our online education programme and gaining membership.
Post-IFA Direct study
Once you’ve completed IFA Direct you can study the ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Finance which provides a progression route to the University of Bolton’s MSc in Accountancy and Financial Management top up (online) through WINC London.
