Completion of secondary education; prior study or work experience for direct entry to Levels 5 and 6
IELTS 5.5 (undergraduate) / 6.0 (postgraduate) or equivalent, or the Aspire English assessment
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Business Management · Tourism & Hospitality Management
The UG Extended Diploma — Level 4 & 5 is an Aspire Business School Barcelona programme, awarded by OTHM (UK).
Every Aspire student enrols directly with Aspire. Learners begin with an Ofqual-regulated British diploma and progress to a European degree from eie European Business School or a British degree from Arden University, UK — completing every stage at Aspire, taught by Aspire faculty on the Aspire learning system, in one of two study modes, On-Campus or Hybrid. One institution, one standard, from first day to graduation.
All programmes: taught in English · On-Campus (Barcelona) or Hybrid · three intakes a year — September, January & May · every learner also earns a Global Skill Certificate from Aspire (Triple-Certification Advantage).
Level 4 & 5 · OTHM (UK)
Level 4 & 5 · OTHM (UK)
Credit note: 2 UK credits = 1 ECTS credit. Module titles are indicative and follow the current specification of each awarding body.
Every Aspire student — whether studying On-Campus in Barcelona or through Aspire Hybrid — graduates with three powerful credentials that together prove academic achievement, international recognition and job-ready skills.
OTHM, UK — An Ofqual-regulated British diploma from OTHM Qualifications, recognised by universities and employers worldwide and forming the academic foundation of your degree pathway.
eie · Arden University — Progress to a full degree: a European degree from eie European Business School, Malta — an MFHEA-licensed institution — or a British degree from Arden University, UK (via OTHM pathway).
Aspire — A job-ready professional certificate from Aspire in a high-demand area such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, FinTech, Digital Marketing or Project Management — proving to employers that you can apply your knowledge from day one.
British Diploma + British or European Degree + Global Skill Certificate · The Triple-Certification Advantage
Entry requirements are indicative. Final eligibility is confirmed by the Aspire admissions team in line with the requirements of each awarding body.
Spain · Malta · United Kingdom — start with Aspire, finish where your future is.
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European (eie) or British degree · Guaranteed 15%, up to 30%
eie European Business School
European degree — eie, MFHEA-licensed · Guaranteed 15%, up to 30%
British degree pathway
British degree — Arden University (via OTHM) · British university life
*Subject to the immigration rules of each country and individual eligibility. Transfers depend on academic progress, receiving-campus admission, available places and visa approval. The guaranteed 15% applies to Barcelona and Malta transfers; higher awards are profile-based and confirmed in writing. Three-Country Progression Routes
Applying to Aspire is simple, guided and personal. Our admissions team supports you at every step, from discovering the right programme to receiving your offer and starting your journey. Intakes: September · January · May.
Start with the Aspire AI Talent Test, a short online assessment that looks at your strengths, interests, experience and career goals.
· Discover the programmes and specialisations that suit you best
· Receive a personalised recommendation, reviewed with an Aspire advisor
Check the typical entry requirements for your chosen level.
· On-Campus @ Barcelona — full immersion in Europe, with student visa and residency guidance
· Aspire Hybrid — study from home with your nearest Hybrid Hub, with the option to transfer to Barcelona, Malta or the UK
· Submit your online application with passport, academic certificates and transcripts, CV, English proof and a photograph
· Receive your offer letter after the admissions review
· Confirm your place and enrol; On-Campus students then begin the visa process
Aspire programmeBusiness Management · Tourism & Hospitality Management
Aspire programmeBusiness Management · Business Tourism
Aspire programmeBusiness Management · Tourism & Hospitality Management · Finance & Accounting
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