Access to HE Business Course in Leeds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. £3,022 for adults. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Luminate Education Group for more info.

About this course

Access to HE Business Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus, full-time during the day, over one year. If you're 16 to 18 years old, no fee applies. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available. To join, you'll need GCSE Maths and GCSE English Language both at grade 4 (C) or above, and you must be at least 19 years old on 31 August. The course covers business at Level 3 and is recognised by UK universities as a route into higher education.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for anyone who wishes to gain a level 3 qualification in Business to allow them to articulate to University to gain Higher Education qualifications or professionals who wish to enhance their qualifications to develop working practices.

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for this course are GCSE maths and GCSE English Language, both a grade 4(C) or above. You also must be at least 19 years of age on August 31st of this year. The entry requirements for this course are GCSE maths and GCSE English Language, both a grade 4(C) or above. You also must be at least 19 years of age on August 31st of this year.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core business principles, including how organisations operate and make decisions.
  • You'll explore marketing, finance, and human resources in a business context.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills used in higher education study.
  • You'll practise academic writing and referencing to university standard.
  • You'll examine business strategy and how it responds to economic change.
  • You'll build skills in presenting and communicating business ideas clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Printworks Campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams. Work is marked against criteria set by the awarding body and moderated to meet university entry standards.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator - supporting operations in a range of organisations
  • Marketing assistant - helping plan and deliver marketing activity
  • HR administrator - supporting recruitment and people management
  • Finance assistant - handling accounts and financial records
  • Office manager - coordinating day-to-day business functions
  • Customer service team leader - managing service delivery and staff

What you could study next

This Level 3 Access to HE Business qualification is recognised by UK universities as an entry route to undergraduate study. You could progress to:

  • BA (Hons) Business Management - a three-year undergraduate degree covering strategy, operations, and leadership
  • BA (Hons) Marketing - focusing on consumer behaviour, branding, and digital marketing
  • BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance - leading toward professional qualifications such as AAT or ACCA
  • Foundation Year in Business - a supported first year at university if you want extra preparation before a full degree

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