What is an HTQ?
HTQs are Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications, sitting between A levels or T Levels and a full honours degree.
They are:
- developed with employers
- approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE)
- quality marked to show they meet national occupational standards
That means the skills you learn are the ones being actively used in the workplace, not just taught in theory.
HTQs typically take one to two years to complete full time, with part time options available.
Why choose an HTQ?
HTQs are ideal if you want:
- higher education that leads directly to skilled employment more quickly
- a shorter, more focused route than a traditional degree
- learning shaped by real industry expectations
Because employers are involved in designing HTQs, they give you job ready skills with immediate value.
HTQs are also eligible for student finance on the same basis as degrees, and in some cases employers may contribute towards fees.
What we offer for students
We specialise in delivering higher education that’s applied, specialist and career focused – making HTQs a natural fit.
Current HTQs available at Moulton include:
- Business, Leadership and Management
- Construction Management
You’ll learn in a professional environment, with teaching shaped by the realities of your chosen sector and delivered by staff with industry expertise.
An HTQ could be a strong fit if you:
- want higher level skills linked directly to jobs
- prefer practical, applied learning
- are looking to progress quickly or upskill
- want the option to progress to a degree later
What we offer for employers
HTQs aren’t just beneficial for students – they’re valuable for employers too.
They offer a flexible way to upskill existing staff, build leadership and technical capacity, and invest in talent without losing employees to full time study.
Many HTQs can be studied alongside work, helping employees balance learning with professional responsibilities.
We welcome conversations with employers who would like to find out more about our courses
How HTQs fit within our HE offer
HTQs are one part of a broader range of courses that we deliver through our Higher Education Centre. Alongside HTQs, we also offer:
- Higher National Certificates (HNCs) and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs)
- Foundation degrees
- BSc (Hons) degrees (including top up routes)
This means you can:
- progress from an HTQ to a full degree
- step into employment and return to study later
- choose the level and pace of study that suits you
Higher education here isn’t one route, it’s a flexible pathway designed to move with your career.
The best way to decide
There are lots of options available to you within higher education and it’s important you choose the right course and environment for you.
Visiting us at one of our Open Days is the best way to get a feel for what we have to offer.
They offer a chance to learn more about HTQs, compare them with other HE routes and understand how studying with us fits into your plans.
