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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Torquay – Torquay Academy

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Torquay. Classes run at Torquay Academy, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification combines coursework and exams. You'll study core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. The course sits alongside A levels and other Level 3 subjects well. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

If you're interested in business but not ready to commit to a totally work related route to further study or employment, this course will give you the chance to get a taste of business, alongside other subjects such as A levels or other work related qualifications. Equivalent to 1 A level, the course combines well with most other Level 3 subjects and would suit you if you prefer a combination of coursework and exams to a linear course with a final exam. You don't need any previous qualifications or experience in business and the course will give you useful transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis that are useful in a wide range of careers.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's grade 5 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how finance works within a business, including budgeting and costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll develop business planning skills, including setting objectives and measuring performance.
  • You'll analyse real business decisions and evaluate their outcomes.
  • You'll build skills in written communication and presenting business information clearly.

How you will learn

The course uses a mix of coursework assignments and written exams. Some units are assessed through internally marked assignments, while others are assessed by external Pearson Edexcel exams. You'll attend daytime classes at Torquay Academy throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Torquay Academy 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.
  • Office assistant, handles administration and communications for a team.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Sales administrator, processes orders and supports a sales team.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.
  • Accounts assistant, supports a finance team with bookkeeping tasks.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for those who want to go deeper into business study before university or employment.
  • A Level Business Studies, if you want to combine with a more exam-focused route.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a higher education qualification for those moving into degree-level study.
  • Degree in Business, Management, or Marketing, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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