Course Overview

This course is awarded as a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Marketing)

Business is exciting and dynamic requiring resilient and adaptable people. This course focusses on developing students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.

The course will also provide opportunities for students to develop their knowledge, skills, personal attributes and techniques for a future in the global business environment.

A variety of learning and teaching opportunities will be available on your course, approximately 30% of your learning will include lectures, tutorials and class room based learning supplemented by workshop activities. Studying can include individual and group working.

Higher education courses also require students to undertake independent study and so approximately 70% of your studies will be through independent learning, research, reading and completing assessments. Independent study can also include working in the library or joining a study workshop at the College where you can gain support on study skills.

General Eligibility

Learners must be aged 18 years on or before 31st August of the academic year that the programme commences.

A minimum of 48 UCAS points is required for entry on to the programme, including points from a Level 3 qualification.

A* to C grades or 9 to 4 grades in GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent), equivalent Level 2 qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills to IELTS 5.5 including reading and writing at 5.5.

Examples of relevant Level 3 qualifications include:

• GCE A Level passes

• 1 x GCE A Level pass plus AS level passes in appropriate subjects

• BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma

• BTEC National Certificate

• A Level 3 Diploma or equivalent such as NVQ, GNVQ, International Baccalaureate,

• A recognised (Kite marked) Access Course

• City and Guilds Technical Baccalaureate

• Successful completion of a Level 3 apprenticeship.

• Other relevant international qualifications

It is recognised that some learners may have significant relevant work experience or other professional qualifications and therefore may be admitted to the programme, please contact the course team to discuss in more detail.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 5.5 including reading and writing at 5.5.