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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business

at Westlands School, Sittingbourne · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A BTEC in Business will give students an opportunity to develop the knowledge and qualifications gained during their GCSEs or provide an important introduction into how businesses operate. This course will provide an understanding of many topics, which can be applied to students lives either inside or outside any organisation. Students will learn how to use terminology correctly and confidently whilst preparing for examination units and gain an introduction into many aspects of business life. Students will learn about personal and business finance, understanding what the key terms are as well as being taught how to calculate finances. This will provide essential skills that will benefit them throughout life. Topics such as recruitment and selection will support preparation for future employment as students will learn how to make themselves more desirable, as well as the opportunity to practice interview techniques and gain feedback on how they could improve this in a real life situation. These skills would benefit all students even if a career in business is not pursued. Units surrounding the topics of marketing are well suited to creative learners, where they design and implement marketing campaigns to meet a specific need. Some units will help support a career in business, but others will provide students with key life skills.

What you need to get on

General BTECT Level 3 entry requirements of five grade 4s inc. 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

  • The Westlands School

    Westlands Avenue, Sittingbourne, ME10 1PF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sittingbourne

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