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BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business

at Gateshead College, Gateshead · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Do you want to make it to the top or be your own boss? If so, then this study programme could be for you. You will learn about key topics in business such as marketing, finance and law as well as studying essential topics to make you an effective leader or to help you start your own business. You will be matched with a business mentor from our partner “The Entrepreneur’s Forum”. The North East has great ambition to grow the number of start-ups in the region to support our local economy, could you be one of them? This study programme will give you the knowledge and skills you need to pursue a career in management or to start your own business. You will have the opportunity to be matched with a business mentor as well as being part of networking groups with like minded future business owners and directors

What you need to get on

5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including maths and English, along with an informal interview with our team. You may also be considered if you have achieved a Level 2 qualification in Business.

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

  • BALTIC CAMPUS

    Quarryfield Road Baltic Business Quarter, GATESHEAD, NE8 3BE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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