BTEC Nationals Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (2016)
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Specification
The Certificate offers an introduction to a vocational sector through applied learning. It supports progression to higher education as part of a programme of study that includes other vocational or general qualifications.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Qualification number: 601/7413/4
Guided learning hours: 180
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 240
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
This qualification is for learners interested in learning about the Enterprise and Entrepreneurship alongside other fields of study with a view to progressing to a wide range of HE courses, not necessarily in Enterprise-related subjects.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Qualification number: 601/7414/6
Guided learning hours: 360
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 480
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
A one year course for in depth study of the sector. Supports progression to higher education when combined with other Level 3 subjects.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Qualification number: 603/0301/3
Guided learning hours: 510
First teaching: September 2017
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 690
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
The Diploma is designed to be a part of a study programme for learners who want a strong core of sector study. It may include other BTEC Nationals or A levels to support progression to higher education in this sector before entering employm
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Qualification number: 601/7528/X
Guided learning hours: 720
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 970
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
A two year full-time course providing in-depth study of the sector. Supports progression to higher education and employment.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Qualification number: 603/0303/7
Guided learning hours: 1080
First teaching: September 2017
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 1410
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
Colin Leith
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