Overview

The objective of the OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods qualification is to develop learners’ ability to prepare for various types of academically based research through the development and design of a research proposal.
Learners will develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of any environment.

• Students need to be 21 years plus

  • English Language: Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) 51, IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5
  • Students must hold an honours degree or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification

This course is accredited by OTHM, a UK based awarding body regulated by Ofqual. For more information please review their website: https://othm.org.uk/

The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods is on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at the same level as master’s degrees which can be used to build up credits towards further study.

Qualification Structure

The OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods consists of 1 mandatory unit, of 20 credits, 200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 100 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

Research Methods (20 credits)

Standard: 3-6 months (online and in person)

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.

The Assessor should provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.

You’ll earn 20 credits at Masters level (Level 7) on successful completion of this course. You can use your credits towards further study, including progress to an MBA top-up at London Graduate School. For more information visit University Progressions page.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), your employer or professional institute may recognise this course for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Registration Fees Online: £50 per participant
Online Course: £950
Registration Fees on Campus: £300 per participant
Blended Course: £1650
Campus Based Course: £3950
(Please inquire about instalment processes)

April 2025, July 2025, September 2025 and January 2026
(subject to change)