Teaching and Learning Support - Foundation Degree
Course Code: SM1HE107
UCAS Code: X990
Next available course:
| Start Date | Location | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2019 | University Centre | 2 Years | Apply |
| 14/01/2020 | University Centre | 2 Years | Apply |
Course Overview
This course embraces those already working in the teaching and learning sector, adults who wish to make a career change and college and sixth form leavers who want to launch their careers in the industry.
Unlike many universities we embed work experience in to the programme. Our undergraduates benefit from extensive relationships with major employers and build up their own contacts from day one of their course spending around six hours per week working in either paid or voluntary positions. We have a large work placement team who organise these opportunities for our students and ensure they are as close to home as possible. We believe this sets our graduates apart from others in the sector and results in near 100% graduate employability on completion of the foundation degree and honours degrees.
Throughout the programme, you will develop a sound understanding of the principles underpinning the role of professionals within education and learn different approaches to solving problems at work. The wider social, political and economic issues related to education are also covered while in the top-up year, the focus is on the development of higher supervisory and advanced theoretical knowledge.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 64 UCAS points or equivalent. You will be required to be employed (paid/voluntary) in the teaching and learning sector whilst on course and thereafter for a minimum of 256 hours per year (average 8 hours per week over 32 weeks). You will also be required to supply a letter of support from your employer at enrolment. Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.
Qualification Obtained
Assessment Methods
Coursework
Most courses are assessed via a combination of coursework and exams – the percentage weighting of each of these is outlined below. Coursework might range from written tasks and assignments to the collation of a portfolio of evidence based around a work placement. Coursework differs from exams in that it is usually non-timed and carried out independently.
Exam
Exams are formal, timed written assessments, carried out in a controlled environment and overseen by one or more invigilators. They assess your grasp of the theory and underpinning knowledge related to your chosen career area. The opposite of practicals, they require you to set out your practical understanding within an academic context. Some courses have no exams – the exam/coursework ratio is outlined below.
Practical
Practical assessments identify your technical ability to apply theory to hands-on tasks in your chosen career area. They can be timed or non-timed and involve observation of your practical skills and competencies, either in a work-based environment or a dedicated College setting that closely resembles the workplace. Practical work-based assessments are supported and carried out by a trained assessor.
| Assessment Method | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 82% | 92% | 0% |
| Exam | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Practical | 18% | 8% | 0% |
Course Structure
Level 4 Modules
| Title | Code | Credits | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Design and Planning | SM4MD126 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Academic and Digital Literacy Humanities | SM4MD127 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Support Strategies in Practice | SM4MD128 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Supporting Educational Professionals | SM4MD129 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Reflective Practice | SM4MD130 | 20 | Mandatory |
| English and Mathematics | SM4MD131 | 20 | Mandatory |
Level 5 Modules
| Title | Code | Credits | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Based Research Project | SM5MD203 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Innovation and Creativity | SM5MD204 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Work Based Research Project | SM5MD178 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Managing Behaviour | SM5MD179 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Safeguarding | SM5MD180 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Innovation and Creativity | SM5MD181 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Pastoral Care | SM5MD182 | 20 | Mandatory |
| Technology in Education | SM5MD183 | 20 | Mandatory |
Teaching and Learning Methods
Scheduled Learning
Scheduled time relates to the time you spend in directed study with the guidance and support of our academic tutors. Scheduled learning can take a variety of forms and will vary from one course to the next, but may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, project supervision, demonstrations, studio or workshop time, fieldwork and external visits.
Independent Study
Higher education courses rely on students undertaking work outside of formal, scheduled sessions and this is generally categorised as independent study. Independent study might include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks and revision.
Placement
Many of the degree programmes at B&FC incorporate opportunities for work placements to provide you with the opportunity to link your studies to relevant professional practice in a real work environment. Our programme teams are able to offer support in securing an appropriate work placement where it forms part of your programme, and will work closely with you during the placement to ensure that the opportunity allows you to develop personally, professionally and academically.
| Learning Method | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled | 944 | 1048 | 0 |
| Independent | 256 | 360 | 0 |
| Placement | 0 | 192 | 0 |
| Total | 1200 | 1600 | 0 |
Industry Placement and Field Trips
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of higher education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
Tuition Fees
Read our tuition fees guide.
