If you have been out of education for a while or don't have the
qualifications you need to go to university then this is the course for you as
it will open the door to university and a career in business.
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Business Access to Higher Education
Level 3 - Advanced
Business Access to Higher Education
You will study a range of business modules including Economics, Managing
People, Marketing, Finance and Business Environment. There will also be a focus
on study techniques which develop skills in writing essays, reports and
preparing for exams. If you do not have GCSE English or GCSE Maths you will need
to complete these alongside your main Access programme of
study.
Location
Entry
Fees
When
Matthew Boulton College
08-09-2025
Free*
TBC
* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.
Course Length: 33 Weeks
You will need GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or an equivalent qualification). You will need to demonstrate your commitment to the course at interview. You should have had a period of time away from studying and have an interest in pursuing a career in business.
The course is assessed through assignments and exams. Assignments will be completed during the year and accounts for 80% of the assessments. There will be end of course examinations which make up the other 20% of assessments.
Successful students can progress onto university level study provided they meet the entry requirements, including degrees, foundation degrees, higher national diplomas and certificates.