Entry requirements

The starscollege Level 3 qualifications are open to learners aged 16 and above, with no specified entry requirements. starscollege emphasizes that learners admitted to the program should possess sufficient capability at the appropriate level to engage with the learning and assessment criteria. starscollege Centers are responsible for ensuring the integrity of learner recruitment, guiding them to suitable qualifications that align with their needs, facilitate learning and achievement, and enable progression. Additionally, learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competency. More information on English language expectations can be found on the relevant page.

Equivalences

Stars College offers qualifications at RQF Level 3, which are deemed academically equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels. These credentials signify the attainment of practical knowledge, skills, and competences. The assessment is based on academic standards, affirming the equivalence between the two educational pathways.

Qualification structure

The starscollege Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies comprises six mandatory units, accumulating 120 credits. The qualification involves a total commitment of 1200 hours (Total Qualification Time) and 600 Guided Learning Hours.

Mandatory units

The stars college Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies includes six mandatory units, each worth 20 credits. Students will cover Academic English and Study Skills, Foundation Mathematics, Foundation Computing, Society and Culture, Introduction to Business, and Foundation Accounting and Economics, collectively earning 120 credits upon completion.

Duration and delivery

The stars college Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is structured for a one-year full-time study, with flexibility for part-time and distance learning. Approved centers exclusively deliver the qualification through face-to-face sessions, including lectures, tutorials, and seminars, as well as through distance and online modes.

Assessment and verification

In the stars college Level 3 Foundation Diploma, units undergo internal evaluation by the center and external verification by stars college, following criterion referencing. Learners secure a 'pass' by providing evidence demonstrating the fulfillment of learning outcomes and meeting assessment criteria standards. The Assessor, responsible for this determination, supports their judgement with an audit trail, ensuring transparency in assessing learners' overall achievement.