University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The programme leads to a Foundation Degree in Learning Support, validated by the University of Hull. The course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in a learning support environment within primary or secondary education, or other appropriate learning environment. It aims to develop your abilities and extend the range of skills, techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for this field. This programme offers a range of progression routes (with further study) including Primary Teaching.
Modules
Students complete the Certificate Stage in Year 1 and the Diploma Stage in Year 2. Certificate stage modules currently include*: Study Skills for Higher Education; Supporting and Enhancing Learning; Social Contexts of Learning; Digital Technologies for Learning; Managing Behaviour; Working with Professionals and Families. Diploma Stage modules currently include*: Understanding Teaching and Learning; Research Methods; Safeguarding; Project Module; Policy and Practice. *Modules may be subject to change from year to year, due to curriculum updating/sector changes/changes in delivery staff specialisms or awarding body requirements.
Assessment method
Assessments for the course may take a variety of forms, from practical tasks, group work and presentations to formal, written assignments and reports.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W4M6
- Institution code:
- W08
- Campus name:
- University Centre: Selby College
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
This programme is currently available to UK and EU applicants only.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Candidates must be working, paid or voluntary, at least one day per week in a relevant setting and role. The following are also required: •An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (a signed statement from the employer is required to validate this) •Two satisfactory references •A letter of support from their manager or headteacher •Agreement from a senior colleague or experienced professional to be a mentor.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://selby.ac.uk/higher-education/courses/education/fd-learning-support-2020-21-entry/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Portfolio
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7320 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7320 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7320 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7320 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University Centre: Selby College
Abbot's Rd
Thunderhead Ridge
Selby
YO8 8AT