
Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
A Postgraduate Diploma is classified as a Level 7 academic qualification under the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Postgraduate qualifications are commonly awarded in countries such as the UK, Canada, India, Australia, and New Zealand. Similar to a Graduate Diploma, a Postgraduate Diploma is typically pursued after the completion of a Bachelor’s degree. In some countries, the terms “Graduate Diploma” and “Postgraduate Diploma” are used interchangeably, while in others, the Postgraduate Diploma is considered a higher-level qualification.