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OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods (RQF)

Awarding Body: OTHM

OTHM is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications confirm to a high standard.

Unit Structure

Overview

The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods is specifically designed to develop a researcher’s ability to prepare for different academic activities based on research through the design and development of their research proposal.

Learners will develop a fundamental understanding of practical, philosophical, and ethical concepts of research within the context of an academic environment. The course is accredited by UK OFQUAL and is delivered 100% online with support.

Duration and Delivery

This level 7 online course is designed to be completed over two months of full-time study. However, we accommodate for completely flexible delivery, so that students can schedule their learning around other commitments such as work or family. The qualification is delivered online through our Virtual Learning Environment. Our online tutor support is there to assist you throughout your studies.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this course are internally verified by our qualified assessors and externally verified by OTHM. This course is criterion-referenced, based on specific learning outcomes. To achieve a “PASS” for a unit, a student must complete the learning outcomes to meet the assessment criteria set by OTHM.

Equivalences

This course is based on the Regulated Qualifications Framework’s (RQF’s) equivalent to Master’s degrees, which can be used to gain important knowledge while gaining credits, which can be put towards gaining a fast tracked master’s degree at a University.

Progression

Upon successful completion of this 100% accredited online course, learners will earn 20 credits at the Master’s degree level. A learner can also use these credits to progress to further studies, including progressing towards an MBA top-up. Moreover, as this qualification is regulated and approved by OFQUAL (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), professional institutes or employers also would usually recognize this qualification for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). 

Quick Enquiry

  • Eligibility Criteria

    For entry into this course, students must meet the following criteria:
    • A UK level 6 diploma, an honours degree, or equivalent qualification.
    • Mature learners are also advised to have management experience.
    • The learner should be 21 or older at the time of enrollment.

  • English language requirement

    Learners are expected to have English language proficiency of CEFR Level B2, this can be met in any one the following ways:
    • Being a native English language speaker
    • Having achieved an IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
    • Having had your last two years of schooling in English
    • Passing our online English language test

Full Payment
Monthly Instalment

Standard

£300
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 5-7 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 4 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£330
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£360
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 4-6 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 3.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

Standard

£345
  • £86.25/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £15
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 5-7 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 4 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£380
  • £94.88/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£414
  • £69.00/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £5
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 4-6 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 3.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

Awarding body fee of £200 is payable by the learner to the awarding organisation within 14 days of starting the course. This will be collected from the learner and passed on to the awarding organisation for registration and certification purposes. The final certification you get is the same, regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.

Why choose BSLM?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What requirements must learners meet to receive this diploma?

 The learner must have a Hons Degree, UK Diploma 6, or equivalent in a related field; mature learners must have prior administrative experience. Also, the learner must be 21 years or older at the start of the programme; Must have achieved IELTS 5.5 or equivalent if not a native English speaker. 

Can a learner get enrol in this course without taking the IELTS? 

If a learner hasn’t done IELTS, they will have the chance to complete an English language assessment as part of your application process, which is free of charge and typically marked within 72 hours. By taking our own test as part of the application process, the majority of our learners would find it very convenient to fulfil the English language requirement.

What is this diploma's equivalence?

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) classifies the OTHM degree 7 Certificate in Research Methods at the same level as master’s degrees, frequently used to establish credits for subsequent study.

What prospective career paths are open to me with this diploma?

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will get a degree equivalent to a master’s degree. You can utilise your credits to go to an MBA top-up programme or conduct more research.

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    BSLM is offering efficient and well reputed accounts courses as this is specifically designed to develop a researcher’s ability to prepare for different academic activities based on research through the design and development of their research proposal. Therefore, the team of BSLM has assisted me through the research work and helped me in securing distinction.

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