BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business
at Loughborough College, Loughborough · college
What the college says
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma courses follow GCSEs and are equivalent to studying three A Levels. The purpose of the course is to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the wider elements of business that will give you the vital skills, knowledge and applied experience to be successful in the business realm. The course is a mix of practical and academic learning, including research-based tasks and presentations, with guest speakers and visits to different types of businesses.
What you need to get on
Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths OR BTEC First Diploma Level 2 in Business at Merit grade, including English and Maths
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Main Campus
Radmoor Road, Loughborough, LE11 3BT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Loughborough
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