What is a Foundation Degree? Vocational Higher Education Qualification (Level 5) Combines academic study with work based learning and experience Employers, sector skills councils and professional bodies are involved in the design and the delivery Entry requirements and study options are flexible Offers progression to honours degree (75% progress following completion of their Foundation Degree)
HE at Weston College 700 Students 28 Courses 6 full Honours Degrees 3 University Partners Outstanding Results 99% Pass Rates, 17% First Class Honours Great Employability Rates 80% in related employment / Further study
Benefits of a Foundation Degree at Weston College Outstanding Quality - College recognised as in the top 3 nationally and awarded the highest possible rating for our academic standards & quality of the student learning experience 77% of our Honours year students progressing to related employment and a further 3% into further study (immediately following graduation, 6 months after graduation figure was 91% in 2010) Achieve a qualification from one of our university partners Supportive and friendly environment More personal attention from experienced tutors teaching in smaller groups
Benefits of a Foundation Degree at Weston College Save money by living locally / cheaper tuition fees Flexibility, choice and quality Outstanding facilities Freshers Week / Graduation Receive work experience, careers advice and personal support Federation Scholarship!
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Partner Universities Partnerships with 3 Universities; Bath Spa University, University of the West of England (UWE) and University of Bath* (2012 entry) Gain the University's qualification when you have successfully completed your course Take advantage of the University s facilities and Student Union Good progression routes from Foundation Degrees to a top up' Honours Degree
Courses in partnership with Bath Spa University FdA Contemporary Art and Professional Studies Counselling Early Years Early Childhood Studies Graphic Design Music Production Musical Theatre Performing Arts Photography Popular Music FdSc Tourism Management BA (Hons) Creative Industries (Art & Design/Graphics) Early Years Musical Theatre
Courses in partnership with UWE High FdSc FdA BSc MA Animal Management Equine Management Health & Social Care Practice Public & Environmental Health Residential Care and Organisation Uniformed Services Business Inclusive Practice Public & Environmental Health Education
Courses continued FdSc Applied Computing Sport (Coaching) BSc (Hons) Applied Computing
Entry Requirements Level 3 Qualification in related area UCAS Tariff between 120 200, normally to include grade C/D in related subject at A Level or equivalent (this year we have 7 students with over 500 points) English & Maths at Level 2 preferred We pay special attention to the personal statement and motivation for doing the course Some areas require an audition / interview
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