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Business Studies

at Nottingham Girls' Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSES at grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Nottingham Girls' Academy

    ROBINS WOOD ROAD, NOTTINGHAM, NG8 3LD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · NOTTINGHAM

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