Program Overview

Course Summary

The FdA Education in Practice course is designed for individuals working and supporting children in primary, secondary, special schools, or learners in a further education college. This work-based Foundation Degree programme combines practice-based learning and campus-based teaching sessions, allowing students to continue working or volunteering throughout the course.

Key Facts

• Award: FdA
• UCAS code: GX91
• Duration: 2 Years
• Mode of study: Full time
• Start date: September 2025
• Awarding institution: Bishop Grosseteste University
• Institution code: B38

About this Course

This work-based Foundation Degree programme is a combination of practice-based learning and campus-based teaching sessions that take place once a week, allowing students to continue working or volunteering throughout the course. Throughout the two-year programme, students will integrate their previous experience of working with children into their studies.

Entry Requirements

• Typically, a minimum of one year's experience in practice with a minimum of two days a week (minimum of 12 hours per week accumulating to 360 hours per year of study in a relevant role, either as an employee or a volunteer).
• In exceptional cases, it might be appropriate to recruit students directly from a Level 3 apprenticeship or another course in which it can be demonstrated that there is a significant element of professional practice.
• Typically a Level 3 Diploma, NVQs, access to HE programmes, subject/vocational qualifications.
• Written support from the head teacher/workplace manager in which the applicant works or volunteers.

How You Will Be Taught

This work-focused degree is a combination of practice-based learning and campus-based sessions which run once a week, so that students are able to continue in employment throughout the course. The degree is designed to improve and develop personal and professional communication skills, allowing students to professionalise their approach and further their personal growth.

Assessment

A variety of assessment methods are used, including presentations, discussions, written assignments such as essays and reports, and portfolios of work-focused learning. All assessments allow students to reflect on their practice and theory as they evidence their learning.

Careers & Further Study

Graduate opportunities have enabled students to attain managerial positions within their sector, to lead practice with their setting. Many go on to further study to become teachers through PGCE routes, or gain a professional status. Others take on professional roles in areas such as special educational needs, mentoring, subject support, school, family and welfare liaison roles in the wider educational community and with local authorities working with the full range of age groups and sectors.

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