Direct Skills is based in London's historic Docklands, between the River Thames, The O2, and Canary Wharf. Trinity Buoy Wharf, the site of one of London's remaining lighthouses, is adjacent to our venue and was a centre for science and maritime training. This is our heritage: connecting the academic to the professional and practical world through flexible online qualifications and dedicated academic support.
Awarded by OTHM, QUALIFI & Innovate
Direct Skills is an online course provider of professional qualifications for students in the UK and worldwide. We welcome international students, working professionals, mature learners, and career changers. We understand that achieving a qualification amidst everyday commitments, family, and professional responsibilities is not easy. Therefore, we ensure we provide accessible course information, immersive digital learning resources, and dedicated tutor support from your first enquiry through to completion.
Our qualifications are awarded by leading Ofqual-regulated organisations including OTHM, QUALIFI, and Innovate Awarding, ensuring high standards and progression to top UK universities.
Through fast-track, you can complete your course sooner than the standard timeframe. We understand the pressure of time in this steady world; therefore, we provide constructive feedback and assessment marking within 48 hours.
Receive one-to-one tutor support and guidance. Experienced academic practitioners support your coursework assignments and help you achieve your goals with personalized feedback.
We understand that sometimes study notes are too old to study; therefore, we provide engaging, high-definition video-recorded lectures alongside rich digital learning resources available 24/7.
Can't pay the amount at once? Don't worry; we have suitable and affordable instalment plans along with a customized payment plan option tailored to your personal circumstances.
We maintain quality across course delivery, learner support, assessment and academic administration. Learners must comply with both Direct Skills’ academic requirements and the applicable regulations of the awarding organisation.
Published course requirements, entry criteria, fee arrangements, and learner responsibilities clearly detailed before enrolment.
Transparent, fair, and consistent assessments benchmarked against national standards and awarding organisation regulations.
Actionable, constructive academic feedback and assessment marking provided within 48 hours to foster ongoing academic growth.
All submitted work must be original and appropriately referenced. Academic integrity is a fundamental requirement throughout every programme.
Appropriate internal quality assurance (IQA) and strict compliance with the statutory standards of OTHM, QUALIFI, and Innovate.
We believe that the pursuit of knowledge should harmonize with our existing responsibilities — making your journey easier, more comfortable, and a lot more worthwhile.
A structured pathway from course selection and flexible study to assessment marking, awarding body certification, and graduation.
Direct Skills cares about your personal and professional commitments. We provide immersive learning resources and academic support from your first enquiry through to successful completion and graduation.
Receive one-to-one tutor support, guidance, and constructive academic feedback within 48 hours to ensure steady understanding and progress.
Our alumni community is growing through a referral program, and you can also join. Refer a student to Direct Skills and gain a reward while empowering others.
DirectSkills celebrates your academic achievement via our most awaited graduation event. Your hard work deserves to be noticed and celebrated.
DirectSkills operates as a UK-based online education provider through our official website, directskills.co.uk. Although learners may access our courses internationally, we do not operate a branch or regional office in the United Arab Emirates. Websites claiming to represent such a branch should not be considered affiliated with DirectSkills without our written confirmation.
Whether you are returning to education, developing your professional knowledge or preparing for further study, Direct Skills can help you identify a qualification suited to your experience and ambitions.
