The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.
Postgraduate diplomas are taught courses at level 7 on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) - the same level as Masters degrees
The Level 4, 5 and 6 diploma qualifications are equivalent to Year 1, 2 and 3 (Final year) respectively of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree.
Level 8 diplomas are taught programmes on the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF).