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Business

Course details
  • Higher National Certificate
  • 1 Years
  • Full-Time
  • September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
Awarded by:
Pearson EDI

Course summary

If you want to progress in your business career, launch your own business, or get a head start in employment by gaining a formal qualification in Business, these programmes could be right for you.

The Pearson Higher National BTEC in Business can be studied as a Higher National Certificate (HNC) and, if you want to continue, as a Higher National Diploma (HND). You can study either full-time or part-time and you will be based in our brand new University Centre at our WISE Campus in Bristol.

These courses have been designed and developed to meet professional standards which are recognised by employers and universities. Both programmes will enable you to develop as a professional, so that you can meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.

You will develop the wide range of personal skills that employers require, as well as a solid understanding of current concepts, theories and techniques in business and management. You’ll learn how to apply your understanding to real world business situations, including opportunities of valued work experience with local businesses, that can support you in your personal and professional development during and after you finish your studies

Each course takes one year (full-time) and is a great way to develop your skills and understanding of the field, with the option to finish after the first year with a nationally recognised qualification (the HNC). If you decide to continue for a second year, the HND is the equivalent of a Foundation degree. You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods and there are no formal examinations.

The HNC offers you a broad introduction to the subject at Level 4, allowing you to develop the core skills you need to progress. It will prepare you for a range of careers in business, including management, administration, human resources, marketing, entrepreneurship, accounting and finance. If you are already working, you could study part-time and improve your opportunities for promotion and career development.

Once you have successfully completed the HNC, you can go on to apply for a job in your chosen career, or - to give you even more choice as you progress - you might choose to continue on to the HND at Level 5

The HND enables you to develop the management skills you’ve acquired in the HNC, following your own interests. You will develop your personal skills, including being able to manage your own workload, and enhance your leadership abilities and self-confidence. The HND is the equivalent of a Foundation degree.

If you decide you want to continue studying, you can top up the HND to a full Bachelor’s degree by studying for one further year at level 6 in another college or university.

Open Days
Why not visit our one of Campuses at an Open Day. You will have the opportunity to meet tutors and Student Ambassadors. To register interest please go to our website: https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/open-events

If you are interested in playing for one of our academies, please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk and we will put you in contact with the relevant coach

Part time routes are available. For more information, please email HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk

GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES:
• Business Manager
• Operations Manager
• Sales Officer
• Account Executive
• Self-employment
• Marketing Manager

Modules

Course Modules

Level 4

  • Business and the Business Environment

  • Marketing Process and Planning

  • Managing a Successful Business Project

  • Recording Finance Transactions

  • Human Resource

  • Management Leadership and Management

  • Accounting Principles,

  • Digital Business in Practice

    For more modular information visit: HNC Business | University Centre SGS

https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/course/hnc-business

Assessment method

Coursework, Practical assignments and Presentations

How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N100
Institution code:
S55
Campus name:
University Centre WISE (UCWISE)

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 48

This can be achieved from a variety of qualifications including A Levels, Diploma's, Access To HE, T Levels, International Baccalaureates and Scottish Highers.
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4. If you do not meet the GCSE Maths requirement there may be an option to study Maths alongside the course.
If you do not have the entry requirements but have sporting experience, we can ask you to complete an Entry Task and an offer may be made based on this.
We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application. If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent) GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.

We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application.
If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent)
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.

English language requirements

We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications. You will need to take the following English qualification as part of the Visa process: IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. If you are travelling from and English speaking country this may not be required.

International entry requirements

International Applicants from a non English speaking will need to undertake an IELTS for UKVI Purposes to apply for a visa. You will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
You will have to pay 50% of the fee before a Confirmation of Study (CAS) is issued and if you are applying from a country that is not on the UK Government Exempt countries https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money will have to provide bank statements showing that you have held at least £10, 539 (£1,171 per month for up to 9 months) for 28 consecutive days before we can issue the CAS and The end date of the 28-day period must be within 31 days of the date you apply for your visa. For support with your application please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk https://www.gov.uk/student-visa

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£8500
EU & International£13750*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Once enrolled EU and International student could get a fee reduction through our International and EU Fee Bursary. Please go to the website for more information or email HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk

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