Business Studies BTEC Level 3

Applications Open: - Monday 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: - Thursday 20th August 2026.

General Sixth Form Entry Requirements: - Minimum 4 GCSE passes at Grade 4 and above to study BTEC or vocational courses; 5 GCSE passes at 4 and above to study A level/BTEC combination; 5 GCSE's at Grades 5 and above to study straight A Levels.

*Please note there may be subject specific entry requirements which also need to be met.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices. Applications via email will not be accepted.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business (single award)

A two year course which includes the completion of 4 units:

Mandatory Units – 3 units

• Unit One - Exploring Business

• • Learners will study the purposes of different businesses, their structures and the effects that the external environment will have on them and how they need to be innovative in order to survive.

• Unit Two – Developing a Marketing Campaign

• • Learners will gain understanding and the skills that are required in how to fully develop a marketing campaign.

• Unit Three - Personal and Business Finance

• • Learners will study the purpose and importance of both personal finance and business finance. They will develop the skills required to prepare and analyse financial and accounting information.

Optional Unit - 1 unit taken from the choice of:

• Recruitment and Selection Process

• Investigating Customer Service

• Market Research

• The English Legal System

• Work Experience in Business

Unit One – Set and assessed internally by means of student produced, portfolio of work.

Unit Two – Assessed by means of student produced portfolio task that is externally set and assessed by Pearson, in exam controlled conditions.

Unit Three - Assessed by a written exam that is externally set and assessed by Pearson

Optional Unit - Set and assessed internally by means of student produced, portfolio of work.

All units are weighted equally and carry 25% each

4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or equivalent including English and Mathematics

The course is designed to provide clear progression pathways into further study at university level or employment on a range of courses and careers. Students can be confident this course is fitting for their progression plans, as it will provide them with the knowledge needed to succeed.