Undergraduate Courses (level 4, 5 & 6)

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Marketing)

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Introduction

The Pearson BTEC Higher National in Business is to develop students as independent-thinking professionals who can meet the demands of business employers and adapt to a constantly changing world.

The BTEC Higher National Diploma is an internationally-recognised higher education qualifications at level 4 and 5 that is equivalent to the 1st and 2nd years of a university degree, providing progression to both university and employment.

HN Global is a new online platform created by Pearson for BTEC Higher National students. With HN Global, students can get access to (1) core textbook, (2) career empowerment, (3) study skills modules and (4) forum.

For information, Higher National Certificate (HNC) & Higher National Diploma (HND) are explained here.

Assessment is through practical assignments (one assignment per unit) with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.

Ofqual RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) qualification number for Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business is 603/6838/X.

Careers

The Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career-related opportunities worldwide for 21st-century employment markets.

Students who successfully completed Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business qualification can progress onto Degree Top-Up programme at many Universities such as University of Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire New University, Teesside University, University of Sunderland, University of Huddersfield, London Metropolitan University, Oxford Brookes University, University of Gloucestershire, University of Worcester, University of South Wales, etc.

For progression opportunities into universities, click here.

Student Feedback

I have completed both my HNC and HND with Severn Business College. It has been a great experience and I would recommend using their services. (R G)

I was happy to study at the college. Tutors were very helpful and I enjoyed studying after so many years. (R K)

Good course & some good learning. Thank you to all the tutors that supported me on this course. Well done. (T P)

Tutor has always helped me and has always responded to my questions quickly. They have included books online to read that are needed in the course that have been very helpful. (P M)

Entry Requirements

The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:

  A level (or equivalent) or

  Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) or

  Mature applicant with GCSE (or equivalent) and work experience and

  IELTS 5.5 or CEFR level B2 (if applicable)

Course Structure

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business (Marketing) (240 credits) consists of:

Year 1

Year 2

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