Entry criteria

Qualification requirements for HND COURSES 

Age Requirement:

- Applicants must be 18 years or older.

Academic Qualifications:

- One GCE A Level pass in a relevant subject along with three GCSE passes, or - A Level 3 qualification, or - Three GCSE passes accompanied by a minimum of three years of work experience in a business or hospitality field.

English Language Proficiency:

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum of CEFR B2 or IELTS level 5.5.

- Mature applicants need at least three years of supervisory-level work experience and must meet the English language requirement.

English Language Requirement:

- Evidence of English language proficiency must be provided through a certificate from an Ofqual-approved awarding body, showing a minimum level of CEFR B2 or IELTS 5.5.

- Prime Technical Institute may also require students to take numeracy and/or literacy exams.

- Applicants who have completed the last two years of study (e.g., GCE or GCSE) in English medium do not need to provide additional evidence of English proficiency.

Progression:

- Successful HND course graduates can advance to a BA (Hons) top-up in Business Administration at various UK universities.

- Graduates also find careers in sectors like sales, IT, recruitment, hospitality, teaching, and financial services.

Assessment:

- Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Business are assessed via a combination of internal assignments and Pearson-set assignments.

HNC Assessment:

- One compulsory Pearson-set unit at Level 4, worth 15 credits.

HND Assessment:

- Two compulsory Pearson-set units:

  - One Level 4 core unit, worth 15 credits.

  - One Level 5 core unit, worth 15 credits.

- All other units are assessed through internal assignments set by the centre.

ASSESSMENT THROUGH ASSIGNMENTS

Internal Assessment:

- Internally assessed units involve assignments conducted after the delivery of the unit (or part of it if multiple assignments are used).

- Each assignment is given to students as an assignment brief, including a hand-out date, a completion date, and clear requirements for the evidence needed.

- Assignments can be divided into parts and may require various forms of evidence.

- A valid assignment allows for a clear and formal assessment grade based on specified criteria.

Grading Criteria:

- Pass: A student must meet all Pass criteria for the learning outcomes, covering the unit content and achieving the required level (Level 4 or 5).

- Merit: A student must meet all Merit criteria (and Pass criteria) through high performance in each learning outcome.

- Distinction:** A student must meet all Distinction criteria (and Pass and Merit criteria), indicating outstanding performance across the unit.

Assessment Methods:

- Assessments include assignments, presentations, case studies, and role-plays.

- Student work is marked internally by Prime Technical Institute, with an External Verifier overseeing procedures and results.

 Programme Delivery

- Centres have the flexibility to offer qualifications through various delivery modes (full-time, part-time, evening, intensive, distance, or blended learning) to meet learners' needs.

More information about course is available on Course Specification
 
https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/BTEC-Higher-Nationals/Business/2021/9781446968406-hncd-l45-busi-rqf.pdf 

COURSE STRUCTURE AND KEY FEATURES 

Your Course is made up of 6 modules per year.  Each module has a specific credit value which indicates the learning hours required to complete the minimum 120 credits in the academic year. 

INTAKES: OCTOBER, JANUARY AND JUNE 

 Pathway
2 year course