Approved Centres are responsible for assessing applicants’ suitability to successfully complete the learning programme and meet the qualification requirements. During the initial evaluation, the centre must consider the support available or that can be arranged to accommodate individual learner needs, where appropriate.

This qualification has been designed to be accessible, with no unnecessary barriers to entry. However, applicants must be at least 18 years old.

For applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) is required. Where applicable, international qualifications will be verified to ensure they meet the entry requirements for UK higher education postgraduate programmes. Applicants are typically expected to provide two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.