Top Up
How Top-Up Degrees Work at Wimbledon College
A smarter, more flexible way to earn your university degree.
At Wimbledon College, we’ve partnered with Online Business School to offer internationally recognised, cost-effective academic pathways that lead directly to a university degree.
🖼️ Visuals used on this page showcase real-world examples of student journeys, the top-up degree structure, and featured universities.
💼 From Online Study to a Full Degree – Here's How It Works
Our pathway programmes are designed to match the first two years of a university degree. Delivered online and approved by OFQUAL-regulated awarding bodies, they offer an affordable and flexible way to complete your undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications.
- Levels 3–5: Equivalent to Years 1 and 2 of a bachelor’s degree
- Level 6: Graduate level
- Level 7: Postgraduate level (MBA pathway)
Once you complete your OBS course, you can “top-up” your qualification by enrolling in the final year at one of our partner universities—online or on campus.
🏫 Recognised and Respected Qualifications
After completing your online qualification, you can top up your degree at a range of leading universities, including:
- Anglia Ruskin University
- Coventry University
- University of Derby
- University of Central Lancashire
…and many more in the UK and internationally.
🌍 Global University Progression Options
All academic courses are accredited by OFQUAL-recognised awarding bodies. Your qualifications are RQF-validated, meaning they meet UK government standards and are widely accepted by universities worldwide.
📷 Infographics illustrate the qualification levels and how they align with university stages.
🕒 Study Your Way – Full-Time or Part-Time
Whether you want to study on campus in the UK, with a UK university abroad, or at a non-UK institution, our pathways give you the flexibility to fit your education around your lifestyle and career goals.
- Complete your degree full-time or part-time
- Study while working
- No need to relocate
- IELTS may be waived (if previous qualifications were studied in English)
University Progression Routes – Backed by Our Awarding Bodies
Our programmes are designed with your future in mind. That’s why all our qualifications are awarded by recognised OFQUAL-regulated bodies that maintain strong partnerships with a wide range of universities in the UK and internationally.
These partnerships enable you to seamlessly progress to a top-up degree, either on campus or online, through trusted academic pathways.
🏛️ Explore Progression Opportunities with Our Awarding Partners:
🧾 Full OFQUAL Documentation Provided
You’ll receive all necessary documentation and transcripts required for university progression. For further assurance, you can also verify your qualification directly on the official OFQUAL register: https://register.ofqual.gov.uk
📷 Example document visuals to show what students receive upon completion
🚀 Take the Next Step
Whether you’re starting at Level 3 or ready to top up to an MBA, our flexible learning structure puts your degree—and your future—within reach.
Get in Touch – We’re Here to Help
Interested in learning more about Wimbledon College and how we can support your journey? Fill out the form below and a member of our friendly team will be in touch to guide you through your next steps.
Request a Course Prospectus
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.