Free Access to HE Business Studies Course. Study online. This level 3 access to HE business studies course is designed to fit around your life, with no need to travel to a centre. You study at your own pace over one year. It covers the core knowledge and skills universities expect from business studies applicants. Entry requirements vary, so contact University Centre Somerset directly to confirm what applies to you.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll develop your understanding of key business concepts and how organisations operate.
You'll study economics, finance, and how businesses make decisions.
You'll explore marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
You'll build skills in academic writing and critical analysis at university level.
You'll learn how to research, structure arguments, and present evidence clearly.
You'll gain an understanding of business ethics and corporate responsibility.
How you will learn
You study online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than formal exams. You submit work to tutors who provide feedback to guide your progress. Contact University Centre Somerset for full details of how the course is structured and supported.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business analyst: supports organisations to improve processes and performance.
Marketing assistant: helps plan and deliver campaigns for products or services.
Finance administrator: manages budgets, invoices, and financial records.
HR administrator: supports recruitment, payroll, and employee relations.
Operations coordinator: keeps day-to-day business activities running smoothly.
Account manager: looks after client relationships and business development.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Business Studies or Business Management: the natural next step after completing this Access to HE Diploma. Most UK universities accept it as a direct entry qualification.
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance: if you want to specialise in financial management.
BA (Hons) Marketing: for those drawn toward brand, digital, and consumer-focused roles.
Professional qualifications such as CIPD (HR) or AAT (accounting) can follow a degree or run alongside work.
