Fast-track to 2nd/3rd year of university degree

Our Higher National Certificate / Higher National Diploma (HNC / HND) courses based in Oxford are 12 month courses that provide an intensive, fast-track route to the 2nd or 3rd year of a university degree.

The college has established formal progression routes with over 50 universities and the number continues to expand.

This programme is awarded by Edexcel.

The following are the BTEC Higher National Certificate and Diploma pathways offered at OBC;

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BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Business
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Accounting)
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Human Resource Management)
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Law)
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Management)
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business (Marketing)

BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management
BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management

Special features
University Approval The HNC/HND qualifications we deliver at Oxford are recognised by all U.K. universities and colleges.

2nd/3rd year University Entry
After completing the HNC/HND, students can apply via UCAS to the 2nd and 3rd year of many leading universities should they achieve an overall merit/distinction profile.
Alternatively they can apply for an undergraduate degree top up.

Small Class Sizes
In contrast to most universities, class sizes for the HNC/HND programme are small, giving you the close individual attention you need from your lecturers

Outstanding Tutors
Tutors have outstanding academic qualifications from leading universities and have many years of experience in senior management positions

DIUS Designation

The College HNC/HND programme has been specifically designated by the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS).

Student Loans
UK/EU students are eligible to receive statutory student loans

Flexible Start Dates
Students can start the programme in September, January, April and July

Application

Admission for the HNC/HND is direct to the Oxford Business College.

Entry requirements

One of the following

  • 1 A Level
  • A recognised university foundation programme
  • High School Diploma
  • 2 years of full-time work experience

(International students require IELTS 5.5 or equivalent)

Mode of study

Full-time

Duration of programme

12 months

Course start dates

January, April, July, September

E-mail the admissions team or call (+ 44)1865-791908

Student Testimonials
Erin Gardner...


Erin Gardner

"I decided to join Oxford Business College in 2010/2011 for two reasons; one was for the experience of studying with international students to broaden my outlook and more importantly, the one year fast track Higher National Diploma in Business.

The merit /distinction profile which I have achieved is now to get me to third year of a business degree at University of Brighton. The tutors have been very knowledgeable and experienced.

I would recommend OBC to anyone interested in a business degree."


Julian Balla...

Julian Balla

"It is good opportunity to finish earlier than the rest of students that are doing a normal 3 year degree at university. It also took me less time away from work rather than stop working for 3 years. It is a nice environment to study with highly experienced tutors and very friendly staff.

I would recommend OBC to everybody who’d like to save time and fees."


Edexcel
For further details about Edexcel please view www.edexcel.com

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