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Pathway Guide

Your Pathway to a UK Degree & Beyond

Combine Ofqual-regulated diplomas with university top-ups to fast-track your academic and career progression.

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How It Works

A streamlined three-step route from diploma to degree.

Qualifi Diploma

Earn an Ofqual-regulated diploma 100 % online.

University Top-Up

Transfer credits and finish the degree.

Graduate

Receive a full UK university award and advance your career.

Qualification Ladder

Each level builds on the last to create a complete academic journey.

Undergraduate Pathway
Level 5
240 credits
Level 5 Extended Diploma
Duration: 9-12 months
Advanced Marketing
Common Law
→ Final-Year Entry (BA/BSc/LLB)
PROGRESS
Level 6
120 credits
University Final Year
Duration: 12 months
Dissertation
Advanced Modules
→ Master's degree
Postgraduate Pathway
Level 7
120 credits
Level 7 Diploma
Duration: 6-12 months
Strategic Management
Research Methods
→ MBA / LLM Top-Up
PROGRESS
Level Master's
60 credits
MBA / LLM Top-Up
Duration: 4-12 months
Dissertation
Consultancy Project
→ DBA / PhD
Doctoral Pathway
Level 8
160 credits
Level 8 Diploma
Duration: 12-18 months
Advanced Research
Literature Review
→ DBA / PhD (Stage 2)
PROGRESS
Level Doctoral
Variable
DBA / PhD
Duration: 2-3 years
Original Research
Thesis & Viva
→ Academic Research & Consultancy

Detailed Pathways

Entry requirements, credits and duration at a glance.

EntryCreditsUniversity / Qualifi AwardTypical Duration
Level 4 complete240Level 5 Extended Dip.12-24 m
Level 5 complete120BA/BSc (Hons)12 m

Benefits of Our System

Why thousands choose the DKC pathway model.

Save up to 70 % on tuition

Graduate for a fraction of traditional university costs.

100 % online & flexible

Study anywhere with monthly start dates.

Coursework assessment

No unseen exams – apply learning directly to work.

Ofqual regulated

Qualifications recognised worldwide.

Accreditation & Partnerships

Trusted by leading awarding bodies and pathway specialists.

Qualifi
Awarding Organisation

Ofqual-regulated qualifications (RQF Levels 3-8) providing guaranteed credit transfer to UK universities.

  • Global recognition
  • Quality assurance
  • Flexible credit transfer
Chestnut Education
Strategic Partner

International pathways provider powering our online delivery and university progression agreements.

  • University links
  • Curriculum design
  • Learner support

Student Success Metrics

A track-record you can trust.

92%
Average Completion Rate
88%
University Progression
94%
Student Satisfaction

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Take the first step towards your UK degree with our flexible, affordable pathway programmes.