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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Coventry – Hereward College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course is for students aged 16 to 24 years old with an Education, Health and Care Plan. You'll study core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business operations. The course builds practical skills alongside business knowledge, preparing you for roles such as business administrator or marketing assistant.

To join, you'll need a Level 2 Diploma and a grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan

Entry requirements

For Level 3 courses, students will have a Level 2 Diploma qualification and grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll develop skills in business communication and professional writing.
  • You'll build teamwork and problem-solving skills through practical activities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, coursework assignments, and practical projects. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed assignments rather than exams. You'll complete tasks that apply business knowledge to real scenarios, building a portfolio of work over the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Office administrator, manages communications, records, and scheduling.
  • Customer service advisor, handles enquiries and supports customers.
  • Sales support assistant, assists a sales team with admin and coordination.
  • HR administrator, supports recruitment and employee record-keeping.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Diploma in Business (Level 3), a larger qualification that goes deeper into business subjects and strengthens your university application.
  • A-level Business Studies, a good option if you want to move into higher education.
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration, lets you earn while you learn in a workplace setting.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business at Level 4, a step into higher education for those ready to progress.
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