Padworth Business Access Programme

The Padworth Business Access Programme is a one-year course with a focus on business studies, allowing fast track access to universities around the United Kingdom. During the course students will build the necessary business and study skills needed to secure entry into university.

Course aims:
To foster a more analytical and independent approach to learning in preparation for entrance to university.
To ensure that students attain the standards in English language and Mathematics required by UK universities.

Assessment of the Padworth Business Access Programme is done internally and takes place at the end of each term. The final grade is based on the coursework grade (40% weighting) and the written examination (60% weighting), both of which are assessed by the Course Coordinator.

Each student receives counselling to guide them through the university application process: choosing the right course, completing application forms, writing personal statements, providing references and dealing with offers.

In recent years, students who have successfully completed the course have been admitted and offered a place by the following universities: Aston University, Royal Holloway, University of Buckingham, Middlesex University, South Bank University, Oxford Brookes University, De Montfort University, Southhampton Solent University and many others.

Course Components
English for Academic Purposes
Business Foundations
Information Technology
Finance
Maths

For further information please don’t hesitate to contact admissions@padworth.com

Course Details and Entry Requirements

Course Start Dates and Duration

September (1 year programme)

English Requirement

English language level of at least IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

Age Requirement

17-18 years on entry

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment, including coursework and examinations

Important Announcement

Richard Lewis and Alistair Wardell were appointed as joint administrators of Padworth College Limited on 30 June 2025.

In the days prior to our appointment the directors had notified parents, guardians, agents and staff that the school was ceasing to trade.

If you are a creditor, you will shortly receive formal notification from the Joint Administrators of their appointment with details of how to claim the amounts you are owed. Please let us know if you have not heard from us by 18 July 2025.

If you have any queries, please send them via email to cmusupport@uk.gt.com.

The affairs, business and property of the Company are being managed by the Joint Administrators who act as agents of the Company and without personal liability. Richard Lewis and Alistair Wardell are authorised by the Insolvency Practitioners Association to act as insolvency practitioners.