Access to HE Business Studies Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Uxbridge, full-time during the day. Tuition fees may apply, though funding may be available depending on your circumstances. This one-year course is designed for adults returning to education who want to progress to university. Over 33 weeks, you'll build the academic skills and business knowledge universities expect at degree level. The course is recognised by UK universities as meeting their entry requirements for business-related degrees.
Who this course is for
Students returning to education to complete a 1 year foundation programme giving access to university. Access to HE courses are intended for mature students who have been out of education for some time. This generally means that students should be at least 19 when they start the course. Universities and colleges expect Access to HE applicants to have acquired a certain amount of life experience before they start an Access to HE course, so applicants who have only recently left school may
What you will learn
You'll develop academic writing and research skills to degree-entry standard.
You'll study core business concepts including marketing, finance, and management.
You'll analyse how organisations operate in different economic environments.
You'll explore business strategy and decision-making.
You'll practise critical thinking and argument-building through essays and assignments.
You'll gain an understanding of how to apply business theory to real situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, tutor-led discussions, and independent study. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that demonstrates your knowledge and academic ability. Your tutors will give feedback on drafts to help you improve before final submission.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Uxbridge will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator. Supports operations across a wide range of organisations.
Marketing assistant. Helps plan and deliver campaigns for products or services.
Office manager. Oversees day-to-day running of a business or department.
Finance assistant. Supports budgeting, invoicing, and financial record-keeping.
HR assistant. Helps with recruitment, staff records, and workplace policies.
Retail manager. Leads a team and manages sales performance in a retail setting.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Business Management. The natural next step after this Diploma, at a UK university.
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance. If you want to specialise in financial management.
BA (Hons) Marketing. For those drawn to brand, communications, and consumer behaviour.
BA (Hons) Economics. Builds on the economic theory covered in the Access to HE course.
Completing this Diploma gives you a recognised route into the first year of a business-related degree at most UK universities.
