Course overview
Develop practical knowledge with an award from Canterbury Christ Church University.
Complete a focused Level 4 business qualification spanning professional skills, business data, digital technologies, contemporary practice and marketing.
Course overview
The one-year CertHE introduces core business concepts and management while developing academic and employability skills. Students examine the internal and external factors that shape organisations and explore how data, communication and intelligent technologies influence current business practice.
Study location and delivery
The programme is available for full-time on-campus study in London and Birmingham and is awarded by Canterbury Christ Church University.
Course structure
The published route comprises 120 credits completed over 1 year. Modules are organised by level and trimester where that structure is published.
Curriculum
Complete the published 120-credit curriculum.
04Level 4 · Trimester 1
40 credits
40 credits
Level 4 · Trimester 1
40 credits
- Interdisciplinary Skills for Business20 credits
- Communication and Presentation of Business Data20 credits
04Level 4 · Trimester 2
40 credits
40 credits
Level 4 · Trimester 2
40 credits
- Digital and Intelligent Technologies20 credits
- Contemporary Business Environment20 credits
04Level 4 · Trimester 3
40 credits
40 credits
Level 4 · Trimester 3
40 credits
- Principles of Marketing20 credits
- Exploring Modern Business Practices20 credits
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Detailed assessment methods and weighting are not published on the current course page. Confirm the assessment pattern for the selected intake before applying.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic and admissions requirements
- The published standard entry tariff is 112 UCAS points for the CertHE route leading toward BA (Hons) Business Studies.
- Applicants complete an admissions interview covering listening, speaking and reading, together with a personal statement used to assess writing.
- Applicants without the standard qualifications may be considered using relevant life or work experience of a substantial nature and duration.
- The admissions process may consider evidence of examination ability and an independent employment reference.
- Final admission remains subject to the University admissions process and approval.
English language
- Applicants whose first language is not English may be asked for CEFR B1, while non-standard Level 4 entry may require CEFR B2. Confirm the requirement that applies to your application before applying.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
The amount shown comes from official February 2026 induction material for this route.
Confirm the fee for the selected intake before applying.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Complete a 120-credit Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education.
Understand contemporary business, digital technologies and marketing.
Develop professional communication, data and employability skills.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Career directions
- Business administration
- Operations support
- Marketing support
- Customer and commercial services
- Progression to degree-level business study
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
Where is the course taught?
The course is available for on-campus study in London and Birmingham.
Who awards the qualification?
The qualification is awarded by Canterbury Christ Church University.
When can I start?
A course-specific start date is not published on the current page. Confirm the next available intake before applying.
How much is the course?
Official February 2026 induction material lists tuition of £9,535 for this one-year course.