Business Studies
St Mary's Catholic School - Newcastle upon Tyne
01912153260
Benton Park Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE7 7PE
Course summary

This qualification will provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into higher education on a business-related programme such as Business, Business Management, Marketing, Business and Finance, Business and Economics, Accounting, and the Certificate or Diploma in Human Resource Management. It will also allow learners to choose non-business-related degree programmes.

Entry requirements

Merit in Business or Grade 4 in English Language or Literature

How you'll be assessed

Students are expected to build portfolios of evidence for each optional unit studied as well as prepare for two external exams (entitled to one re-sit). The optional units are internally assessed and externally moderated. The assessment of units can take place at a time that is appropriate for students and the school (i.e. a student can present a unit for assessment as required). Students will be awarded the following grades if successful: Pass – equivalent to grade E at A-level Merit – equivalent to grade C at A-level Distinction – equivalent to grade A at A-level Distinction* – equivalent to grade A* at A-level

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBenton Park Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE7 7PE