The Diploma to Degree Pathway

Your SQA Advanced Diploma is recognised for advanced entry to selected bachelor's degree programmes.

Three steps to a bachelor's degree

Siam University International College offers the SQA Advanced Diploma in Business (SCQF Level 8) only. Students enrol at the beginning of the programme and complete all four semesters. Entry with advanced standing or exit with partial completion is not available.

1
Enrol in the Programme
SCQF Level 8

Entry with SCQF Level 5 or 6 equivalent qualification. All students start from Semester 1.

2
Complete the SQA Advanced Diploma
4 Semesters · 2 Years

224 SCQF credit points · 29 QS Credits (22 Course units) across Levels 7 and 8.

3
Advanced Entry to a Degree
Year 3 Entry

Enter third year of a bachelor's programme — at partner universities worldwide or at Siam University.


Four pathways after graduation

Transfer to a partner university

Use your SQA Advanced Diploma for advanced entry to Year 3 of a bachelor's degree at an international network of progression partner universities.

United Kingdom United States Australia New Zealand Canada Malaysia
  • SCQF Level 8 evaluated by UK ENIC, WES and ACEI
  • Final decision rests with the receiving institution
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Continue at Siam University — 2+2 BBA

Complete the SQA Advanced Diploma (2 years) then enter Year 3 of the International BBA at Siam University — a clear 2+2 articulation model: 2 years diploma + 2 years BBA = full Bachelor of Business Administration.

Year 3 subjects:
Strategic Management · International Marketing · Business Analytics · Financial Management · Research Methods · Electives
Year 4 subjects:
Capstone Project · Internship / Cooperative Education · International Business Strategy · Sustainable Business
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Become an Entrepreneur

Launch your own business with the skills and globally recognised qualifications to compete in the international marketplace. The programme's entrepreneurship and business management units are specifically designed to support this pathway.

Enter the World of Work

The SQA Advanced Diploma is a higher education qualification that develops the knowledge and practical skills valued by employers. It is designed to provide progression opportunities to bachelor's degree study while also preparing graduates for employment in areas such as business, management, marketing and finance.

Important: Final decisions on advanced entry, credit transfer, and recognition rest with the receiving university or professional body and vary by institution and country. Siam University can provide supporting documentation but cannot guarantee outcomes at external institutions.

Questions about progression?

Our advisors can walk you through the pathway, entry requirements, and what to expect at each step.

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