Access to Higher Education Diploma - Business - Part-Time

The aim of the course is to give mature learners (19 years and over) a second chance at education by developing personal confidence and achievement, the ability to study, and guidance to help decide their future. The course will provide a thorough grounding in the key concepts and theories they will meet during their further studies or training.

Students gain an insight into business studies and support is offered to those students wanting to apply for university. Teamwork and oral skills are promoted through group discussion during seminars, which helps prepare students for employment by encouraging interaction with colleagues.

Whilst there are no official entry requirements, you may be asked to complete an initial assessment to assess your English and Maths skills. Depending on the result of the assessment, it may be determined that you will need to study on the Pre-Access to Business course for a year before progressing onto this course.

This course takes place every Thursday (5:30pm to 9pm) and includes 4-5 Saturday schools

What can I do after this course at CWA?

The College of West Anglia offers many opportunities to continue studying from entry level through to degrees at University Centre West Anglia. Some of the courses available for those who have successfully completed this course include:

• BSc (Hons) Business Management (King's Lynn)
• BSc (Hons) Business Management - Part-Time (King's Lynn)

Fee information

Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

The Access course (depending upon the final qualification) is equivalent to A-Levels. It is recognised by higher education institutions, advanced apprenticeships, business, retail and appropriate professions. Our Access courses are validated by the Cambridge Access Validating Agency (cava.ac.uk) and the qualification is universally recognised as demanding and rigorously assessed.

How is my course assessed?

The course will be split into modules which are individually assessed. Later modules build on the skills developed in the earlier ones. The modules are assessed through written assignments. These are spread out throughout the year and are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction