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Education Foundation Degree in Shrewsbury

Cost£7,425.00
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceEvening
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About this course

Education Foundation Degree in Shrewsbury. Evening classes run at Shrewsbury College over two years, so you can study without giving up your day.

The course covers the theory and practice of education. You'll explore how people learn, child development, and how to support learners in different settings. An annual fee applies for this qualification.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Education.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for details of the course Foundation Degree in Education. Shrewsbury Colleges Group gives students greater choices and dedicated subject resources at different campus locations and is proud to offer the largest and most flexible curriculum offer within Shropshire, comprising of A Levels, Vocational Diplomas, Apprenticeships and Higher Education qualifications.

Entry requirements

Please see our website for details

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories of learning and how they apply in educational settings.
  • You'll study child and young person development.
  • You'll develop skills for supporting learners with different needs.
  • You'll examine curriculum design and teaching approaches.
  • You'll build knowledge of safeguarding and inclusion in education.
  • You'll practise reflective and academic writing at degree level.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Shrewsbury College during evening sessions. You'll engage with taught sessions, group discussions, and independent study. Assessment is likely to include written assignments and reflective practice. For full details of how you'll be assessed, visit the college website.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Shrewsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils in primary or secondary schools.
  • Higher level teaching assistant, takes on greater responsibility in the classroom.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs.
  • Early years practitioner, works with young children in nursery or reception settings.
  • Education welfare officer, supports attendance and wellbeing in schools.
  • Community learning tutor, delivers adult education in local settings.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Education, the natural next step to a full honours degree, often completed in one further year as a top-up.
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), for those who want to qualify as a teacher in schools.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, a vocational route into further education teaching.
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