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Launch your professional career in business or legal sectors with our comprehensive Access to Higher Education Diploma. This QAA-regulated Level 3 qualification provides ambitious adult learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to progress to university study in competitive fields whilst developing highly transferable skills valued across many industries.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma in Business and Law is designed for ambitious adults who want to pursue exciting careers in business, law, or related professional fields but lack traditional university entry qualifications. This comprehensive programme combines essential business principles with legal frameworks, providing you with a robust foundation for higher education success and professional advancement. Whether you're seeking career progression, a complete change of direction, or returning to education after time away, this qualification opens doors to competitive and rewarding career paths.
Throughout the programme, you'll develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and professional communication abilities that are highly valued by employers and universities alike. Our expert tutors bring real-world experience to the classroom, ensuring your learning is both academically rigorous and practically relevant. The course combines theoretical understanding with practical application, preparing you thoroughly for the demands of higher education and professional environments.
This qualification is perfect for motivated adults aged 19 or over who aspire to careers in business management, law, finance, marketing, or related professional fields. Many of our learners are working professionals seeking advancement, career changers looking for new opportunities, entrepreneurs wanting formal business education, or individuals returning to education with clear professional goals. No formal qualifications are required - just ambition, commitment to learning, and enthusiasm for business and legal studies.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma consists of six integrated units that build your understanding of business and legal principles whilst developing essential academic and professional skills.
Explore fundamental business concepts including organisational structures, strategic planning, leadership principles, and operational management. Study business models, entrepreneurship, and contemporary management practices.
Understand legal principles, court systems, and how law impacts business operations. Study contract law, employment law, and regulatory frameworks that govern business activities and professional practice.
Develop understanding of economic theory, market dynamics, and financial management. Explore microeconomics, macroeconomics, and financial analysis techniques essential for business decision-making.
Study marketing principles, consumer psychology, and digital marketing strategies. Explore brand development, market research, and contemporary marketing challenges in global business environments.
Master essential research methodologies, critical analysis, and academic writing skills. Develop professional communication, presentation abilities, and information literacy crucial for university and career success.
Examine ethical considerations in business and legal practice, corporate social responsibility, and professional standards. Understand regulatory compliance and ethical decision-making frameworks.
This QAA-regulated qualification is widely recognised by universities and provides direct entry to competitive degree programmes in business and legal fields. The knowledge and skills you develop are highly transferable and valued by employers across various industries, creating excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Graduates progress to prestigious degree programmes including:
Our graduates pursue successful careers across diverse sectors:
Assessment combines coursework, case study analysis, business reports, and presentations that develop your analytical thinking, professional communication, and practical application skills. You'll complete business plans, legal analyses, research projects, and professional reports that mirror real-world business and legal scenarios, ensuring you're thoroughly prepared for university study and professional practice.
Choose from multiple study options designed to fit around your life and commitments. Whether you prefer campus-based learning at Stockton Sixth Form College, community-based study at TVWC, flexible online learning, or hybrid approaches, you'll receive comprehensive academic and pastoral support. Our experienced tutors provide personalised guidance through one-to-one tutorials, group projects, and professional mentoring sessions.
Additional support includes university application guidance, personal statement development, and interview preparation specifically for business and law programmes. Our strong industry connections and university partnerships mean we provide expert advice on course selection, application processes, and career planning, helping you secure your preferred university place and achieve your professional aspirations.