Higher International Diploma
Credits: 240 | Level 4-5
The Higher International Diploma is a Level 5 higher education qualification accredited by EduQual, with a total credit value of 240 credits. It is academically benchmarked to qualifications such as a Higher National Diploma (HND) or the first two years of a UK undergraduate degree, often referred to as a Foundation Degree (UK) or Associate Degree (US).
The initial 120 credits match that of the Higher International Certificate and upon completion of 120 credits at level 4, learners progress onto a further 120 credits at level 5.
The Higher International Diploma provides a flexible, online alternative for learners who are unable to attend college or university in person.
This accredited online qualification is aimed at learners that are either already in employment and are looking to make a career change or are already working within a sector and are looking to improve their prospects for working at a more senior level within that industry.
Qualification Comparisons:
The table below shows various qualifications at different levels with the Higher International Diploma at Level 5 alongside other similar qualifications such as a HND, Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation degree or Associate degree.
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Disciplines
Click College offers a wide range of 240-credit Higher International Diplomas across subject areas such as Business Management, Marketing, Finance Management, Human Resources, Hospitality and Tourism, or Project Management qualifications.
Duration
Learners typically take 12-24 months to complete these courses, although you are in control over how long it takes.
Progression
The Higher International Diploma can be topped up with a further 120 Credits at Level 6 to achieve an International Graduate Diploma:
Delivery:
Courses are 100% online distance learning delivered via bite-sized learning plans including short videos, worked examples, e-workbooks and practice questions.
Assessment:
Assessment is via written assignments.
There are no exams, no timetables and no deadlines to adhere to. Students learn at their own pace in their own time.
Support:
Full tutor support is available via email, message, voice and video-call. Click College Faculty staff consist of a team of highly qualified and experienced college and university lecturers and tutors.
Entry Requirements:
Higher International Diplomas are ‘open access’, meaning that anyone can enrol. We teach you all of the fundamental subject principles that you need to succeed with the specialist aspects of the qualification.
Accreditation:
Higher International Diploma courses are fully UK accredited.
How Will a Higher International Diploma Develop My Understanding?
A Higher International Diploma is awarded to learners who have demonstrated knowledge and critical understanding of the principles, concepts and theories relevant to their chosen subject area at an advanced level.
Holders of this qualification have shown the ability to apply underlying concepts and methods in a range of theoretical and practical contexts, including within professional and international environments. Learners are able to critically evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to problem-solving within their field of study.
Typically, holders of a Higher International Diploma are able to use a range of established techniques and methodologies to analyse information, evaluate complex problems and propose effective and practical solutions. They are also competent in communicating information, ideas and arguments clearly and accurately to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Through study at Level 5, learners further develop professional judgement, analytical skills and the ability to take responsibility for decision-making within defined contexts. This supports progression into roles requiring greater autonomy and informed judgement within the workplace.
Careers
Higher International Diplomas delivered by Click College are designed for flexible online study and to support progression within a wide range of professional and organisational settings, both in the UK and internationally.
Graduates of the Higher International Diploma develop a skill set suitable for roles requiring initiative, responsibility and informed decision-making. This makes the qualification relevant for progression into professional, supervisory, management or specialist roles, depending on the subject area studied and prior experience.
Holders of this qualification also typically recognise the importance of lifelong learning and continuing professional development, enabling them to build on existing skills, acquire new competencies and take on increasing levels of responsibility within their chosen field.
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