Education FdA
Course Overview - Education FdA
Are you keen on helping develop minds for the future? This may be the next step in fulfilling those aspirations, a Foundation Degree that offers comprehensive coverage of the knowledge and skills required by those supporting learning and teaching.
This course will give you a deeper understanding of: up to date developments in the education sector; how to apply key theories and principles of education to your professional practice to meet the specific needs of your employer and your own personal development; wider professional and academic skills development to help secure you...
Are you keen on helping develop minds for the future? This may be the next step in fulfilling those aspirations, a Foundation Degree that offers comprehensive coverage of the knowledge and skills required by those supporting learning and teaching. <br/>This course will give you a deeper understanding of: up to date developments in the education sector; how to apply key theories and principles of education to your professional practice to meet the specific needs of your employer and your own personal development; wider professional and academic skills development to help secure your current employment and broaden your future career options. <br/>The strategies for teaching and learning are designed to provide practical contexts for the analysis of contemporary issues and problems of a practical nature. You will also be required to complete work related tasks in all modules. This will provide you with the opportunity to link theoretical perspectives to your practice. It will also enable you to reflect on values, practices, assumptions and policies. <br/><br/>On successful completion of study at Shrewsbury College we will issue the following award: FdA Education<br/>On successful completion of study at Ashton Sixth Form College we will issue the FdA Education or, if you choose to specialise in Early Childhood Studies, the FdA Education (Early Childhood Studies)<br/>On successful completion of study at South Staffordshire College we will issue the following award: FdA Education<br/>On successful completion of study at Burton and South Derbyshire College we will issue the following award: FdA Education
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Shrewsbury College
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X304
Institution Code
S72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £7,425 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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