Examination Board: Pearson Edexcel
Specific Entry Requirements
For the BTEC Extended Diploma and the BTEC Diploma, students must have achieved:
Why study the BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business?
As the world recovers following the global recession of 2008, there are many opportunities for entrepreneurs and employees who have a sound understanding of finance, marketing, sales and management. In addition, studying this course helps to develop self-management, business and customer awareness, team-working and problem-solving, which are all key attributes that employers look for in potential employees. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business provides a highly respected route for those who wish to move into employment in the sector, either directly or following further study on a relevant Higher Education (HE) course.
Course Outline
The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business is equivalent to two A-Levels and the Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. The Diploma is made up of 8 units, which includes 6 core units and 2 additional units, which are studied over a 2-year period. The Extended Diploma consists of 11 units, 7 core units and 4 additional units. Achievement in each unit is assessed through either a written assignment, an external set task or an external examination.
Core Units
Additional Units
Examination Board: OCR
Specific Entry Requirements
Students must have achieved:
Why study the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media?
The qualification provides an in depth introduction to the study of creative digital media production at Level 3. Students will develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media products and pitching and producing media projects. It is designed for students who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the media industries, with particular emphasis on the digital media aspects which are so useful in today’s working world.
Course Outline
The Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media is equivalent to one A-Level. It is made up of 5 units, which includes 3 core units and 2 additional units, 2 of which are externally assessed. The units are studied over a 2-year period. Achievement in each unit is assessed through a range of assignments, which includes one external exam and one set task.
Core Units
Optional Units