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Business A Level

at WAINGELS, Reading · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Anyone with a general interest in business news and current affairs will enjoy the course. It covers business structures, ethics, the economy, finance, marketing, human resources and management. It helps students develop a critical understanding of organisations, the markets they work within and the process of adding value; become aware that business behaviour can be studied from the perspectives of a range of stakeholders; acquire a range of skills including decision-making, problem- solving and an awareness of current business practice.

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirements: Maths and English Lang at a grade 4. Based on Attainment 8 scores we offer the following pathways: Vocational Pathway (selecting only Vocational Courses): 40, Combination Pathway (selecting a mix of A Level and Vocational): 45, A Level Pathway (selecting only A Levels): 50. Subject specific requirements: Grade 5 in Maths and English Lan or Lit. No previous Business background is required however they will need at least a grade 4 if the student sat GCSE Business.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

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

  • Waingels College

    Waingels College Waingels Road, Reading, RG5 4RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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