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FACULTY OF BUSINESS & LAW
Many careers require commercial awareness, business and law knowledge. With Truro and Penwith College’s Business & Law courses, you will develop an understanding of the skills and resources that are required for success in the commercial world, learning practical skills for your career in Cornwall and beyond.
Exciting opportunities
Accounting, Economics and Business Studies will give you a valuable grounding into the concepts and skills used within the business world. Exploring the global world of business, past students have visited Brussels, Barcelona, Paris and New York.
Your exploration of law and the justice system will develop analytical skills and the ability to interpret and evaluate problems. Specific progression advice will be available to you if you are seeking to continue your studies in law. Past students have successfully progressed to prestigious law schools at competitive universities.
Go further in the commercial world
Accounting, Economics and Business Studies will give you a valuable grounding into the concepts and skills used within the business world. Your exploration of law and the justice system will develop analytical skills and the ability to interpret and evaluate problems.
You will have the opportunity to participate in residential and day trips, local industry visits, weekly workshops and gain valuable insights from guest speakers.
oxbridge
Past learners have progressed to the prestigious Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities and gained sought after Apprenticeship training and employment.
LEVELS 2 – 6
Students can progress from Level 2 to Level 6 qualifications through a planned range of School Leaver, University Centre and professional courses at the College.
travel
Join your classmates on an exciting range of trips including London, New York, Berlin, and Italy. Our Travel and Tourism students have even embarked on a P&O cruise to the Canaries and Portugal.
Expert
Lecturing staff come with a wealth of industry-based experience. Employability and the skills needed for progression to higher education and employment are a key focus for the programme area.
From Law Classrooms to London Courts
From local classrooms to the national stage in London — this is what studying Law at Truro and Penwith College can lead to.
As Bar Mock Trial finalists, Ryan, Bethany, Neave, Jessica, Savanna and Scarlett experienced the thrill of competing in London, challenged themselves in a high-pressure environment, and formed a strong, supportive team along the way.
If you’re looking for a subject that opens doors, builds confidence, and gives you opportunities like this — Law at Truro and Penwith College could be the perfect choice.
REACH YOUR POTENTIAL
Many of our students go on to achieve great things in the commercial and legal spheres from our Business & Law courses. Learn practical, transferable skills that employers from all sectors value in their staff. Our highly knowledgeable tutors will guide you through the complexities of law and business to give you a complete understanding of these intricate subjects. You’ll develop your ability to analyse, interpret and evaluate problems efficiently and effectively.
APPRENTICESHIPS
Working closely with companies across the county, we’re proud to offer you excellent Apprentice placements. Work, learn and earn a wage in a professional position, as an accountant or legal secretary, for example. Alternatively, combine business, law, economics and accounting at A Level and develop an impressive, employable skill set.
The teaching style in the economic classes was great. It had big group discussions, and we were always learning in a relaxed way where you could partake as much as you liked.
Henry
A Level Business, Economics and Mathematics
I enjoyed how supportive and approachable the lecturers were. They didn’t just teach the subject, they really cared about helping you understand it and encouraging you to push yourself. Going to university was the best decision I have ever made, exploring so many new opportunities and seeing the world.
Emily
A Level Business Studies, Economics and English Language
FIND THE COURSE FOR YOU
Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for a Business and Law course at Truro and Penwith College, visit the course page on our official college website and complete your application online.
Many careers require commercial awareness and business sense. You will develop an understanding of the knowledge, skills and resources that are required for success in the commercial world, learning practical skills that are transferable to any industry. Graduates from business and law programs at Truro and Penwith College can pursue diverse career paths, including roles in Advertising, Accountancy, Law, Marketing, Travel & Tourism and more. The field offers a wide range of opportunities in various industries. Visit the Career Zone or truro-penwith.ac.uk/career-zone to find out more.
Entry requirements for business and law programs vary. Check the specific course details on the college website or prospectus or contact the admissions office for the most accurate and up-to-date information on entry requirements.
Yes, you can join your classmates on an exciting range of trips including London, New York, Disneyland Paris, Italy and the Canaries.
Yes, prospective students can speak to the business and law department at an open event which are free to attend and take place throughout the year. Visit truro-penwith.ac.uk/events to see the latest event details. Alternatively, you can contact the academic advisors in the business and law department at Truro and Penwith College. Check the college website for contact details or reach out to the admissions office, and they will guide you on how to connect with the relevant academic advisors for more information.
We strongly recommend making an application for your chosen course as soon as you can when you are in your final year of school. After you have submitted your application, you will be invited to attend an interview where you can make amendments to your application if need be.