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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Bristol for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St Brendan’s Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Bristol.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Bristol. Classes run at St Brendan's Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

This BTEC covers the key areas of how businesses operate, from marketing and finance to people management and business strategy. You'll apply your learning to real business scenarios and work independently to deadlines. The course is the equivalent of one A-level and is studied across four units.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language or English Literature. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

These practical work-related courses are designed for students who wish to gain a broad range of knowledge about dynamic business environments. Students must be prepared to work independently and to deadlines. The four-unit Extended Certificate course is studied over two years and is the equivalent of one A-level. The 8-unit Diploma is equivalent to two A-levels and is studied over two years. The qualifications provide an opportunity to study the key areas of business and to apply these to selected organisations.

Entry requirements

Students are required to have five GCSE passes at grade 4 or above including Mathematics. Students must also have a grade 4 in English Language or English Literature.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage their finances and control costs.
  • You'll examine how people are managed and motivated in the workplace.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business information.
  • You'll apply business theory to case studies and real business contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, group work, and independent study. Assessment is mainly through assignments and coursework rather than exams. Each unit has set deadlines, and you'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Some units may include presentations or reports to demonstrate your understanding.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Brendan's Sixth Form 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 office or team.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, communications, and scheduling for a business.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a brand or product.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists a sales team with orders and customer queries.
  • Customer service advisor, manages enquiries and builds client relationships.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification equivalent to two A-levels for deeper study.
  • A-levels in Business, Economics, or related subjects, useful alongside or after this BTEC.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university, for which this BTEC meets entry requirements at many institutions.
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