Course summary
Why this course? • Gain specialist skills for future employment • Practical-based learning through vocational, academic and practical skills • Ranked top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025) About this course This Higher National Certificate will help you gain the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to start a career within the field of business, and on completion, consider progression to a Higher National Diploma here at Roehampton. This University course is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education. You will develop your business skills and knowledge through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. You will gain transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis. Plus, you’ll be taught by a friendly, committed and qualified team of lecturers who have both professional and teaching experience. During the course you will learn about the major impact that new digital technologies can have on the business environment and gain an insight into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace. Skills This industry-recognised qualification is equivalent to the first year of undergraduate study. On progression to the Level 5 Higher National Diploma you will be able to specialise by committing to specific career paths and, on completion, have the option for progression to degree-level study. Career opportunities The skills and knowledge you gain from this course will put you in a strong position for pursuing jobs in business, including roles in accounting and finance, international business, retail, marketing and human resources. You may choose to progress to the Business HND and commit to a specialist specific career path or on completion, progress to degree-level study. Our careers team will support you to devise an dedicated career plan from the start of your course until after you enter employment. We will help you to strengthen your specialist CV, prepare for interviews, meet employers and learn from successful alumni working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunities to benefit from our teaching teams links with industry, work with our University partners across London and globally, and to launch your career through our Roehampton jobs fair where you will meet employers and apply directly for positions.
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Modules
Examples include: • Business and The Business Environment • Leadership and Management • Operations Management
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N450
- Institution code:
- R48
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
Other qualifications outside of the UCAS Tariff points system will also be considered Relevant work experience, or an international equivalent to the above qualifications. Credits achieved at other universities and your work/life experience If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
English language requirements
IELTS for UKVI SELT with 6.0 Overall and 5.5 in each subtest
English Language requirements
https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements/
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £15000 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £15000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Roehampton
Erasmus House
Roehampton Lane
Wandsworth
SW15 5PU