Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management (H4P2UF)

A minimum of four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification.

Applicants should normally hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (such as a BTEC Extended Diploma or A-levels), or have relevant industry experience assessed as equivalent.

Mature applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial hospitality work experience may also be considered through recognition of prior learning (RPL).

The BTEC Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning.

Higher Nationals provide a wide-ranging study of the hospitality industry and are designed for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in the hospitality sector.

In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of hospitality, Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Hospitality Management give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.

The course is delivered through a blended and applied learning approach designed to reflect real hospitality industry practice.

Teaching methods include:

• Lectures
  
• Interactive classroom discussions
  
• Case studies
  
• Group work
  
• Presentations
  
• Research-based assignments.
  
  Learning is supported through digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams, where students access unit materials, assignment briefs, and tutor guidance, alongside Turnitin for academic skills development and feedback.
  
  Students undertake a combination of guided learning hours with tutors and structured independent study, including research, self-directed learning, and assignment preparation.
  
  Draft feedback is built into the assessment process to support progression and achievement. The emphasis is on practical application, critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional communication skills, ensuring students are well prepared for both employment and further study in hospitality management.
  
  The course is delivered on a full-time basis across the academic year, with a mix of timetabled teaching days and independent study. Teaching typically takes place during weekday hours. Exact course days and timetables are confirmed at enrolment.

The course is assessed primarily through internally set, coursework-based assignments for each unit, rather than formal exams.

Assessments are designed to reflect real hospitality industry tasks and may include written reports, presentations, case studies, projects, and practical or research-based work.

Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on:

• Assessment and grading
  
• College rules and resources
  
• Student support and representation.
  
  Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students.
  
  For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS has published providers on its Register and HRUC (and HCUC as we were know before Jan 2023) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information.
  
  It’s an exciting time to be a higher education student at HRUC, as alongside your course you also have the opportunity and support to become an HRUC Graduate.
  
  As a higher education student at HRUC you will be able to participate in a range of extra-curricular enrichment opportunities and activities to gain essential employability skills to enable you to become even more work-ready. These are additional skills, over and above your main qualification, that will help you to further develop yourself, increase your knowledge and skills and prepare you for university or the workplace.
  
  Find out more here.

The Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Hospitality Management prepares students for a wide range of operational, supervisory and junior management roles across the hospitality sector.

Graduates typically progress into roles that build on their leadership, customer management, marketing and operational skills, either directly after the HNC or alongside further study.

Common career paths and job roles include:

• Assistant Hotel or Accommodation Manager
  
• Front Office or Guest Services Supervisor
  
• Events or Conference Coordinator
  
• Restaurant or Food and Beverage Supervisor
  
• Customer Experience Executive
  
• Marketing or Sales Assistant
  
• Hospitality Operations Supervisor.
  
  Students also progress into roles within hotels, resorts, conference centres, event venues, visitor attractions and international hospitality organisations.
  
  The course is strongly aligned to employer needs and real-world practice, enabling students to move confidently into employment or to advance into management roles following progression to the HND or a university degree.

On successful completion of the Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Hospitality Management, students have clear and flexible progression routes.

The primary academic progression is to the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Hospitality Management, which is equivalent to the second year of a university degree and is expected to run at Uxbridge College.

After completing the HND, students may progress to the final year (top-up) of a BA or BSc honours degree in hospitality, tourism, events or related business subjects at a UK university, subject to unit compatibility and entry requirements.

Alternatively, students may use the HNC as a standalone qualification to progress directly into supervisory or junior management roles within the hospitality sector; or combine work with further professional qualifications. The course is designed to support both academic advancement and long-term career development within the global hospitality industry.

• Home student fee: £6,820.
  
  
• International student fee: £8,990. There is also a registration fee for international students of £125.
  
  The fees quoted are for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.
  
  Fees will be no higher than those published, subject to an Access and Participation Plan being approved by the Office for Students.
  
  Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges (HRUC) does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government.
  
  For information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College please contact the Careers Team on 01895 853333.
  
  If you are unsure about your status, please contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students.

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