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Level 3
Accountancy | AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting | Afternoon
COURSE OVERVIEW
Please note: If you want to complete the course by July 2027, you need to start on 8th Sept, The second intake is possible on 13th October, but this may extend the duration of the course until Oct 2027.
This AAT L3 course (Association of Accounting Technicians) advanced level course is a mid-level accounting qualification, ideal for anyone who is looking to advance their existing knowledge of accounting.
This flexible course is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.
Diploma in Accounting (Online and On Campus) – Mindful Education
“The blended method is a life saver! The online learning platform supplemented my in class knowledge with the very helpful video tutorials which I could replay as many times as I needed to, meaning I could learn at my own speed.” – Online and On Campus Learner, Brighton MET College.
Study method -; Online and On Campus
Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer -; meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 5-6 hours studying independently online each week.
On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor -; without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.
To progress successfully through the course, it is essential to use the online resources timely, prior to the session with the teacher on campus.
We will be following the AQ2022 brand new AAT syllabus.
The course fee does not include registration and membership fees or books required for the optional modules -; approx. cost of £200. The cost of the first scheduled unit exam as per the course calendar is included in the course fee. Any change in the original exam booking, any retake, or exam taken after the course ends will incur a fee.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You must have a sound knowledge of bookkeeping principles to undertake the AAT Level 3 programme. Achievement of an AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting is essential.
- An excellent level of spoken and written English is required for this course.
- Commitment to spend 6-8 hours a week to study. Please be aware of the need to spend a significant amount of time away from the classroom undertaking independent study.
- It is recommended that students re-acquaint themselves with basic book-keeping principles before starting the level 3 course.
- English and maths Functional skills level 2 (or equivalent)
- Access to a computer, MS Office Excel and reliable internet connection is essential (students studying Using Accounting Software Unit can use Sage at the College library)
Progression
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.
Career opportunities
The skills and knowledge you will gain throughout this qualification will qualify you for roles including Finance Officer, Assistant Accountant and Bookkeeper. You will also be eligible for AAT Bookkeeper (AATQB) status, giving you the option to work as a freelance bookkeeper.
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity, observations in class and completion of online coursework. You will need to undertake Computer Based Assessment (exams) for every unit to be awarded the qualification. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.
This Level 3 course is part of the Free Courses for Jobs initiative and is fully funded for eligible learners. Alternatively, you can apply for an advanced learner loan to cover the cost of studying this course. Please ask admission team for more information admissions.brighton@gbmc.ac.uk
For each AAT course there are additional AAT membership fees that students are required to self-fund. These are on top of the fees for the actual course:
Level 2 Accounting – £186
Level 2 Bookkeeping – £70
Level 3 Diploma in Accounting – £243
Level 4 Diploma in Accounting – £257
First exam per unit as per course calendar is free, however, if exam retake is required or you need to take the exam outside of the initial schedule, covering the cost is student’;s responsibility. The exam has to be booked and paid for min 2 weeks in advance. Each of these have an additional £65 exam fee (per exam).