OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods draft
Program Overview
The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods equips learners with skills for designing research proposals and critically understanding research principles. It requires an honors degree or equivalent and includes internal assessment with external verification. Upon successful completion, learners earn 20 masters-level credits applicable towards further study or CPD recognition.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods aims to equip learners with the skills to prepare for academically-based research through the development and design of a research proposal. The program fosters a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical, and ethical aspects of research in various environments.
Outline:
The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods comprises one mandatory unit: Research Methods (20 credits). The total qualification time (TQT) is 200 hours, with 100 guided learning hours (GLH). The program is structured to be completed within two months for full-time study but offers flexibility for part-time and distance learning.
Assessment:
All units are internally assessed by the center and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is criterion-referenced, focusing on the achievement of specified learning outcomes. To pass a unit, learners must demonstrate fulfillment of all learning outcomes and meet assessment criteria standards. The assessor provides an audit trail detailing the judgment of the learner's overall achievement.
Teaching:
The qualification is delivered face-to-face (lectures, tutorials, seminars), and via distance/online learning by approved centers.
Careers:
Successful completion earns 20 credits at the Masters level (Level 7), applicable towards further study, including an MBA top-up at London Graduate School. The qualification's Ofqual approval may lead to employer or professional institute recognition for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Other:
The program requires an honors degree or UK level 6 diploma (or equivalent) for entry. Mature learners with management experience may also be considered (verification required with the delivery center). Applicants must be 21 or older. Non-native English speakers need to provide proof of English language proficiency. The qualification is on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at the same level as master's degrees.
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Entry Requirements:
For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
- Mature learners with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme).
- Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency.
