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Foundation Degrees
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The Foundation Degree is a new kind of vocational qualification, which combines academic and work-based learning through close collaboration between employers and programme providers.
The courses are equally suitable for people entering the industry and those already working in it. Foundation Degrees offer employers and students flexible study options, with full time, part time and distance learning courses available. A typical full time Foundation Degree takes two years, and this can count directly towards an Honours degree for those who want to continue with further study.
Foundation Degrees are designed and supported by businesses keen to ensure that graduates develop the skills and knowledge they need to be effective, valuable employees. The higher and further education sectors are also involved to ensure that their programmes are current and appropriate to the industry.
Last modified: 24 Jan 2010
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Foundation Degree Forward
aims to support the development of high quality Foundation Degrees.
DfES FD Guide
(PDF 373KB)
for universities, colleges, employers and RDAs
to set out the case for further expansion of FDs in England, to report on the progress made and to set out the next steps in establishing the new qualification.