BTEC

BTEC stands for 'Business and Technology Education Council', which used to run the award, first introduced in 1984. BTECs are awarded by EdExcel and are taken in more than 100 countries at all levels, from pre-GCSE to Degree equivalent.

Courses

Public Services

Entry to the Uniformed Services BTEC Level 1 Diploma

School Leavers

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 1 Year

Southend Campus

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to...

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Art & Design

Art & Design Practice (Illustration) Level 3 National Diploma

School Leavers

This Level 3 two year course will teach you a variety of 2D mark-making skills with a strong emphasis on drawing and generating original styles and concepts for the animation, cartoon and...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Year

Southend Campus

This Level 3 two year course will teach you a variety of 2D mark-making skills with a strong emphasis on drawing and generating original styles and concepts for the animation, cartoon and...

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Art & Design

Art and Design (Graphic Design) Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different graphic design and multimedia techniques and disciplines. The aim of the course is to provide you with the opportunity...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different graphic design and multimedia techniques and disciplines. The aim of the course is to provide you with the opportunity...

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Art & Design

Art and Design (Fine Art) Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

You will study a comprehensive range of different art, design and multimedia techniques and disciplines. Completing this course will give you a UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Fine...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

You will study a comprehensive range of different art, design and multimedia techniques and disciplines. Completing this course will give you a UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Fine...

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Science & Animal Care

Forensics and Criminal Investigation Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course covers a variety of science-based modules including criminal and forensic investigation. It provides you with the skills required to go on to higher education or pursue a career in the...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course covers a variety of science-based modules including criminal and forensic investigation. It provides you with the skills required to go on to higher education or pursue a career in the...

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Sport and Fitness

Skills for Sport and Active Leisure - Football Academy Level 2 Extended Certificate

School Leavers

Former Southend United manager Steve Tilson heads this course which will prepare you for a career in sport. Training three times a week with match day on Wednesdays, this course will enhance your...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 1 Year

Southend Campus

Former Southend United manager Steve Tilson heads this course which will prepare you for a career in sport. Training three times a week with match day on Wednesdays, this course will enhance your...

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Art & Design

Art and Design (3D Design) Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course will provide you with an immersive, focused and specialised art and design experience. Some areas of study included are: visual recording, research, ideas development and small, large...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course will provide you with an immersive, focused and specialised art and design experience. Some areas of study included are: visual recording, research, ideas development and small, large...

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Public Services, Subject-Police

Public Services Level 2 Diploma

School Leavers

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 1 Year

Southend Campus

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to...

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Art & Design

Art and Design (Photography) Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

Completing this course will give you a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Photography). Students are expected to generate their own opportunities to explore their subject...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

Completing this course will give you a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Photography). Students are expected to generate their own opportunities to explore their subject...

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Science & Animal Care

Applied Science Level 3

School Leavers

This course is ideal for those interested in following a career in science and its related areas, including: nutrition, medical research, pharmacology, medical physics and environmental science....

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course is ideal for those interested in following a career in science and its related areas, including: nutrition, medical research, pharmacology, medical physics and environmental science....

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Health, Social Care & Childcare, Sport and Fitness

Sport and Exercise Sciences Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course will prepare you for a career in the sport industry or as a stepping stone to a Higher Education course at University. The Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels.

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course will prepare you for a career in the sport industry or as a stepping stone to a Higher Education course at University. The Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels.

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Health, Social Care & Childcare

Health and Care Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course is a two-year, full-time programme and is an in-depth study of the health and social care sector. The course includes theory sessions and will include a placement. It is particularly...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Thurrock Campus , Southend Campus

This course is a two-year, full-time programme and is an in-depth study of the health and social care sector. The course includes theory sessions and will include a placement. It is particularly...

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Business Administration & Management

Business Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This is a comprehensive course that will give you the skills and knowledge to successfully function in a business environment.

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Thurrock Campus

This is a comprehensive course that will give you the skills and knowledge to successfully function in a business environment.

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Art & Design

Art and Design Practice (Fashion) Level 3 Diploma

School Leavers

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different fashion and design techniques and disciplines either in preparation for study at a higher level or future...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course is designed to take you through a comprehensive range of different fashion and design techniques and disciplines either in preparation for study at a higher level or future...

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Sport and Fitness

Sports Coaching and Development Level 3 Extended Diploma

School Leavers

This course is aimed at those wanting to progress directly to employment, including self-employment, in sports coaching and development roles. It is also suitable for those wishing to progress...

BTEC
School Leavers Start Date: 01/09/2026
Full Time: 2 Years

Southend Campus

This course is aimed at those wanting to progress directly to employment, including self-employment, in sports coaching and development roles. It is also suitable for those wishing to progress...

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