BTEC Level 3

Pearson Nationals

Your globally recognized pathway to university or employment

BTEC Level 3

Your globally recognized pathway to university or employment

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Session Intakes

September / January

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Course Duration

1 Year or 2 Years

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Qualification Code

Pearson International

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Qualification Credits

720 GLH or 1080 GLH

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Session Intakes

September / January

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Course Duration

1 Year or 2 Years

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Qualification Code

Pearson International

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Qualification Credits

720 GLH or 1080 GLH

About Pearson

Pearson is the world’s leading learning company, with 24,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages make measurable progress through learning. We put the learner at the center of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.

Alongside A levels, BTEC Nationals are the most widely recognized qualification for admission to higher education. They are level 3 vocational qualifications that provide specialist, work- related learning across a range of sectors.

BTEC Nationals are designed to equip students with the specialist knowledge, practical skills, and understanding they need to progress along their chosen learning and career paths. BTEC Nationals are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment. More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Nationals Qualification

BTEC Level 3 Nationals are vocational qualifications providing specialist, work-related learning
across a range of sectors. They have been developed in consultation with employers, universities
and professional bodies and all have employability firmly at their heart.

BTEC Level 3 Nationals qualifications:

  • Can be taken either as the main focus of study or as part of a wider program alongside
    other Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels
  • Offer learners the practical industry skills, knowledge and confidence they will need to
    progress to further or higher education, to employment or to an apprenticeship.
  •  Attract UCAS points in the same way as A Levels and are widely recognized and
    accepted by universities and employers.

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How does the qualification provide
employability skills?

In the BTEC National units there are opportunities during the teaching and learning phase to give learners practice in developing employability skills. Where employability skills are referred to in this specification, we are generally referring to skills in the following three main categories:

Choose a Progression Pathway
of your Choice

BTEC International Level 3
Diploma in IT (1 year)

Designed for learners aiming to enter the tech industry or pursue computing degrees. Topics include programming, cloud, web development, and app design.

BTEC International Level 3 Extended
Diploma in Business (2 years)

Focused on real-world business skills, marketing, finance, HR, and management. Ideal for students looking for university entry or junior-level business jobs.

Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Business is an Applied General qualification. It is for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning. It is equivalent in size to three A Levels and has been designed as a full two-year programme. Learners who wish to take this qualification will have successfully completed a Level 2 programme of learning with GCSEs or vocational qualifications.

Btech Qualifications Lead To

Direct EntryTo

BSc/BA Business & Management

BSc Computing or IT

Apprenticeships in Marketing, e.t.c

Employment Roles

Software Developer

Business Analyst

HR Assistant

Benefits

Internationally accepted

Industry-driven

employer-supported

FAQs

What is the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National qualification?
Pearson BTEC Nationals are internationally recognized vocational qualifications designed to prepare students for university or employment in fields like Business and IT.
Are BTEC Level 3 Nationals equivalent to A Levels?
Yes, BTEC Level 3 Nationals carry UCAS points and are equivalent to up to 3 A Levels, depending on the pathway and credit hours.
Can I apply to UK universities after completing this qualification?
Absolutely. Most UK and international universities accept BTEC Level 3 Nationals for undergraduate degree admissions.
What are the available pathways under this qualification?

You can choose from:

  • Business (Extended Diploma – 2 years)
  • Information Technology (Diploma – 1 year)
What career opportunities can this qualification lead to?
Depending on the pathway, you can pursue careers such as Software Developer, HR Assistant, Business Analyst, Marketing Executive, or Cloud Architect.
Do I need to have specific subjects in O Levels or Matric to apply?
A basic Level 2 qualification (such as GCSEs, O Levels, or equivalent) is preferred. No specific subject restrictions, but interest in Business or IT is beneficial.

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