Business Studies

Our Business Studies courses at Peterborough College are designed to support students at different stages of their education, from introductory qualifications to university preparation.

Level 1 and Level 2 Diplomas and Certificates provide a strong foundation in business knowledge and practical workplace skills. For students ready to study at a higher level, Level 3 Foundation and Extended Diplomas offer deeper insight into areas such as marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship.

You can also choose a T Level in Business Administration, which combines classroom learning with an industry placement, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma in Business, designed for adults preparing to progress to university.

Our business courses provide a direct route into the professional world or higher education. Whether you want to jump straight into a career or progress to a degree, we provide the qualifications to get you there.

University & Higher Education

Completion of our Level 3 programmes provides the UCAS points required for entry into university. Popular progression routes at University Centre Peterborough (UCP) and beyond include:

• BA (Hons) Business Management

• BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance

• Foundation Degrees (Fd) in Business

• Higher National Diplomas (HND)

• Higher Apprenticeships

Career Opportunities

The following careers often require further university study or professional certifications (such as AAT or CIM) to enter at a management level:

• Accountant

• Marketing Executive

• Human Resources Manager

• Finance Manager

• Business Consultant

• Entrepreneur

• Public Relations

• Financial Advisor