Business BTEC
at The Compton School, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
The BTEC Level 3 Diploma is designed for learners who want a strong core of sector study. The BTEC Level 3 Diploma is equivalent to two A Levels. Therefore, the programme may be chosen alongside another A Level to support progression to higher education courses in business areas before entering employment. The additional qualification studied allow learners either to give breadth to their study programme by choosing a contrasting subject, or to give it more focus by choosing a complementary subject.
What you need to get on
5 in Maths and English , Grades 55 in Science To gain entry to the Sixth Form students must have a minimum point score of 5 or above for your best 8 GCSE subjects and meet the individual entry criteria for your third A Level choice
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 Compton School
Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · London
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