Wildlife And Countryside FdSc

A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used; these provide the means of encouraging the development of a broad range of intellectual, key, and practical skills. The teaching and learning methods employed include lectures, workbased learning, tutorials, independent study, group work, field work, case studies and projects. With all of these methods, the emphasis is on active learning.
The taught modules are predominantly delivered on one evening per week in term time throughout the year. In years 1 & 3 there is an additional taught commitment of two Saturdays and a week block each July. For students in parttime employment in the industry or taking the voluntary placement route a minimum of 40 days per year of working in the industry is required.
Workbased learning is a key element of the award. If you are already employed in the industry, this, with approval of the employer, will be undertaken in the current work place. If you are employed in an unrelated industry or not be in employment, then the workbased learning can be undertaken through voluntary placements in the industry. The college can supply contacts and provide support in securing appropriate placements which will allow the foundation degree to be pursued.
The workbased learning components speed the development of relevant vocational skills and allow the application of knowledge gained through classroom learning directly to the workplace. The working environment provides a complementary learning opportunity where, under supervision by your line manager, can develop specific skills and knowledge. The synthesis of the workbased and academic learning will develop rounded graduates with an appropriate balance of academic and practical skills.