Business HND
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Business HND
Overview
Do you want to learn the all-round business skills that employers are looking for, while working on your personal development and setting yourself up to get a degree in the future?
This HND Business course kick-starts your business career by providing a valuable introduction to topics including business strategy, finance, ecommerce and marketing.
It’ll give you an edge when starting your career and give you a solid foundation for further study.
After the course you can top up to a full degree by joining the final year of one o...
<strong>Overview</strong><br/>Do you want to learn the all-round business skills that employers are looking for, while working on your personal development and setting yourself up to get a degree in the future?<br/><br/>This HND Business course kick-starts your business career by providing a valuable introduction to topics including business strategy, finance, ecommerce and marketing.<br/><br/>It’ll give you an edge when starting your career and give you a solid foundation for further study.<br/><br/>After the course you can top up to a full degree by joining the final year of one of our selected Business, Finance or Marketing courses at our main campus in Portsmouth.<br/><br/><strong>What youll experience</strong><br/>On this course, youll<br/><br/><br/>* Develop the skills and knowledge you need to excel in business<br/><br/><br/>* Learn from experienced tutors, lecturers and business leaders<br/><br/><br/>* Build knowledge in subjects such as marketing, business finance, business law, data management, business strategy, organisational theories and human resource management<br/><br/><br/>* Work on a research project and put your knowledge into practice to demonstrate what you’ve learned<br/><br/><br/>You can study this course at Havant & South Downs College in Waterlooville or Isle of Wight College in Newport.<br/><br/>After the course you can top up to a full degree by joining the final year of the BA (Hons) Business Management degree course at our main campus in Portsmouth.<br/><br/><strong>Careers and Opportunities</strong><br/>What can you do with a Business HND?<br/><br/>After completing this course, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to begin a career in areas such as:<br/><br/><br/>* marketing<br/><br/><br/>* sales<br/><br/><br/>* publicity<br/><br/><br/>* administration<br/><br/><br/>* ecommerce<br/><br/><br/>* accounting<br/><br/><br/>* financial and risk analysis<br/><br/><br/>* HR<br/><br/><br/>You can also top up your qualification to a degree.<br/><br/><strong>What jobs can you do with a Business HND?</strong><br/>Roles our graduates have taken on include:<br/><br/><br/>* business development officer<br/><br/><br/>* recruitment consultant<br/><br/><br/>* publicity officer<br/><br/><br/>* graduate food buyer<br/><br/><br/>* financial analyst<br/><br/><br/>* risk analyst<br/><br/><br/>After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Why Choose University of Portsmouth During Clearing?
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls (terms and conditions apply), giving you added confidence as you plan your next steps. Full details can be found on the University of Portsmouth website.
By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one applic...
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls (terms and conditions apply), giving you added confidence as you plan your next steps. Full details can be found on the University of Portsmouth website.<br/><br/>By signing up for Priority Clearing, you can receive accommodation information straight to your inbox, along with exclusive access to Portsmouth’s Clearing Visit Day on Thursday 6 August. Priority Clearing applicants benefit from queue-jump status on Results Day, as well as exclusive updates, invitations to Clearing Webinars and personalised one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>The Clearing Visit Day offers you the chance to experience Portsmouth’s welcoming campus and vibrant student community first-hand before you enrol. With guaranteed accommodation, you can feel reassured that you’ll be at the heart of university life from day one.
Course Information
2 Clearing option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Havant and South Downs College - South Downs Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
002N
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
56
48-56 points to include a minimum of 1 A level.
Scottish Higher
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications
Access to HE Diploma
Pass the Access to HE Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
48-56 UCAS tariff points to include a Higher Level subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
PPP
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
48-56 points to include a Higher Level subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
MM
MP
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
MPP
PPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM
MP
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
MM
MP
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MPP
PPP
Scottish Advanced Higher
48-56 Tariff points.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Cambridge Pre-U score of 32-36.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D*
D
A level
E,E,D
E,E,E
48-56 points to include a minimum of 1 A level.
T Level
P
Pass (D or E in the core)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
48-56 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £6,525 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU | £10,300 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International | £17,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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