Education (Primary Pathway) Foundation Degree Level 5

Education (Primary Pathway) Foundation Degree Level 5

Quick Facts
Course Code
HS6H03A09
Start
30/09/2009
Course Level
Level 5
Days/Time
DAY
Course Length
2 years

Where is the course? Centre for Health, Social and Child Care (Marlborough Building, 383 Holloway Road, London N7 0RN)

What is this course about? This excellent course builds on your experience of working in a primary school classroom setting and is perfect for classroom assistants keen to extend their knowledge of teaching techniques and understanding of children in education. The combination of theoretical aspects and thorough work-based learning elements allows you to develop both professional skills in the workplace and theoretical understanding from the taught components of the course. The course is in partnership with London Metropolitan University.

Who is this course for? The programme is designed for classroom assistants who wish to improve their career prospects and those wishing to progress onto the Registered Teacher Programme or BA Honours in Early Years or Educational Studies.

What do I need to get on the course? You should have a Level 3 qualification (e.g. CACHE/BTEC Diploma, or A-Levels) and, at least two years full time experience of working with children in a primary school classroom. You should currently be working in a primary school, either as a paid employee or a volunteer.
Applicants with other relevant qualifications and appropriate experience will be considered on an individual basis.
You also need two satisfactory references, and clearance from the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) to work with young children.
International applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis with equivalent qualifications being accepted.

What will I study? There are sixteen modules on the programme, 8 are taught in the first year and 8 in the second year. Assessments draw on both professional skills you develop in the workplace and theoretical understanding gained by the taught components of the course. You need to identify a mentor (usually based in your school).

What qualification will I get? On successful completion you will gain an Education: Primary Pathway Foundation Degree, awarded by London Metropolitan University

What can I do after the course? You may either progress to a BA Honours in Education Degree programme or gain direct entry to a Registered Teacher Programme at London Metropolitan University, or at any other suitable University.

How do I get on the course? Apply through UCAS - institution code L68, Course code X320, campus code I

How much does the course cost? If you are a home student you may be able to get help with feessee Course fees on the left side of this page.


Home Students:
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