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Business Studies Level 3 BTEC Diploma - 2012:13
| Location: | Farnham College | | Course Code: | FCBUS-BNC-1 | | Year: | 2012:13 | | Start Date: | September 2012 | | Duration: | 9 hours per week 38 Weeks per Year 2 Years | | FT/PT: | Part-Time | | | | | Other Fees: | £0 | | Advisory Costs: | £0.00 | | | 
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| Please note, fees are based on academic year 2011-12 and are intended as a guide only. We will update this information for 2012-13 as soon as we have it and accordingly to government funding and guidelines. |
Why Study Here A challenging, enjoyable course taught using modern teaching and learning facilities within a WIFI enabled campus.
Suitable For Those who enjoy coursework as an alternative to exams.
Application Method Application followed by individual interview
Entry Requirements 4 GCSEs at grade C (including English) or Business BTEC First Certificate at merit/distinction level.
Content / Overview No matter what career you decide to follow in the future, you will be involved in the business world in some way! The BTEC National Certificate in Business is a practical course covering a range of business areas including business enterprise, recruitment and selection, creative product promotion and other exciting topics. The course is assessed entirely through coursework assignments including written reports, presentations and role-plays. Students benefit from a wide range of speakers and trips, providing a valuable insight into how businesses really work. This course is demanding but varied and interesting. It will particularly suit students who enjoy coursework as an alternative to exams.
Delivery Method A practical course assessed entirely through coursework.
Assessment 100% coursework.
Progression Business courses at Guildford College or university.
Homework Weekly homework set which includes case studies, reports, research and portfolio tasks.
Additional Information Calculator and textbook required.
All students aged 19 years or over on 1 September in the first year of their course are expected to pay tuition, registration, exam fees and all other course related costs. Some assistance with these costs may be available depending on your circumstances and the latest government funding position. There are normally no tuition, registration or examination fees to pay if you are aged 16-18 on 1 September in the first year of your course and are a British or European Union resident. This does not apply to HNCs/Ds, Foundation Degrees, Degrees or courses that do not attract government funding.
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