Business (Cambridge Technical level 3 Extended Certificate)

Each subject will have its own entry requirements. Please see individual courses for more details.

A level subjects, which subjects are you interested in studying?
Please choose SIX subjects.
For each subject please choose an order of preference. Choose option 1 in the subject which you would most like to study, option 2 in your second subject choice and continue until you have your six subject options.

Optional enrichment courses:
you may choose Mathematical Studies in addition to the A Level subjects you will take in Year 12.

Mathematical Studies is a level 3 maths qualification aimed at students who have a level 4,5 or 6 in maths at GCSE. It is designed to improve students’ mathematical and problem solving skills and to help with the maths in other subjects such as the sciences, psychology, geography and economics.

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The Extended Project Qualification

Cambridge Technicals Level 3 Business gives students a practical, career-focused understanding of how organisations operate. Across units such as business planning, marketing, finance and customer service, learners explore real business scenarios and develop the skills employers value. The course builds confident decision-makers who can interpret data, solve problems and communicate effectively in professional settings.

Students gain hands-on experience through coursework, research projects and applied tasks that mirror workplace expectations. This makes the qualification ideal for those aiming for apprenticeships, higher education or direct entry into the world of work. The OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Business (equivalent in size to 1 A-Level) is recognized by UK universities.

Access to university to study business and management related courses. Previous years students have gained places at Aston, Bristol and UEA and careers in management, personnel, accountancy, marketing and sales, civil service and local government. Most career areas involve some aspect of business, so whatever occupation you decide to follow, an understanding of the principles of business will be helpful.