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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business (QCF)

at E-Act North Birmingham Academy, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The Level 3 Diploma is a 720 GLH course equivalent to two A Levels. It comprises 8 units of study of which 6 are mandatory and 3 are external. Including a Finance based written examination. For examinations all learners take the same assessment at the same time. For set tasks learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through completion of a vocational task. Some external assessments include a period of preparation using set information. External assessments are available twice a year and learners can have only one resit attempt during the two years.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 grade 4s (or equivalent) at GCSE.

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

  • North Birmingham Academy

    395 College Road, Birmingham, B44 0HF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Birmingham

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