FDEd Foundation Degree Education (Year 1 of 2) Foundation degree at Burton and South Derbyshire College
FDEd Foundation Degree Education (Year 1 of 2) at BSDC. The qualification is a nationally recognised UK degree. The course covers core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills development.
About this course
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FDEd Foundation Degree Education (Year 1 of 2) is a Foundation degree (FDEd) at BSDC, based in Burton-on-Trent Campus. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Education and teaching graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £30,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Education & Teaching, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 45% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Level 4 4 modules
- Learning and Holistic DevelopmentCore40 credits
Module details
This module aims to help you evaluate established theoretical perspectives on how children develop and learn and apply them to your chosen age range. Consideration of relevant policy, including ethics, and new scientific evidence will be used to inform an understanding of how contemporary theorists continue to build upon and adapt existing concepts of early childhood development and the importance of these foundation for learning through life.
- Safeguarding and Developing Educational PracticeCore40 credits
Module details
You will examine the reformed structuring and services which create the means by which the interests, needs and welfare of children and young people can be protected and advanced. You will learn about key legislation and policy changes and reflect on the major changes in child welfare to understand the debates shaping children's policy. The module will include a case study to introduce contemporary debates about child protection and analyse issues and strategies related to equality, diversity an
- Supporting Learning and InclusionCore20 credits
Module details
This module focuses on identifying learner needs and how these might be best supported. You will consider how approaches to learning and resources can be adapted to address and support issues relating to special education needs and differentiation within your own practice. You will examine theory relating to inclusion to develop your understanding of the principles of responding to the unique needs of the individual learner in terms of race, ethnicity, diversity, disability and lifetstyle; creat
- Personal and Professional DevelopmentCore20 credits
Module details
This module will span the whole of Level 4 in order to build upon your existing personal, academic and professional knowledge, skills and understanding to encourage you to adopt a positive and reflective approach during the first year of the course. Key concepts covered in this module include: Principles and approaches to reflective practice Observation and development of own professional practice Roles and responsibilities (including safeguarding) Introduction to Academic Skills (embedded throu
Level 5 6 modules
- Behaviour for LearningCore40 credits
Module details
This module provides the opportunity to use your existing knowledge and understanding of learning and development to critically examine behaviour and learning. Types of behaviour, their origin and impact will be explored. You will analyse and evaluate strategies for managing behaviour to effectively support learning.
- Planning for LearningCore40 credits
Module details
This module will build upon your existing knowledge and understanding of the unique child in the early years setting. Drawing on underpinning theory of observation, assessment and child development you will evaluate observation, assessment and planning techniques to support holistic development of the child.
- Assessment for LearningCore40 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable you to understand theories, principles and applications of assessment and feedback in educational settings. It aims to develop your understanding of the role of assessment of and for learning and will involve critical engagement with policy documentation and underpinning theory. You will carry out a small-scale research investigation into an aspect of your current assessment practice which will provide an introduction to academic research.
- Working with Young ChildrenCore40 credits
Module details
The purpose of the module is to enable you to investigate the organisation structures of provision for young children in supporting their health, well-being and development. It will involve critical analysis of the legal framework, national and local policy and understanding the role of parent partnerships and early years' professionals. You will use an investigative approach to carry out a small-scale research investigation into an aspect of how professionals from a variety of disciplines can c
- Professionalism and Career DevelopmentCore20 credits
Module details
This module builds on the knowledge, skills and understanding developed in the PPD module at Level 4. Opportunities to analyse your roles and responsibilities will enable you to reflect on your development as an educational practitioner. Evaluation of your role will provide a consideration of future opportunities and development as an educational professional.
- Leadership and Team WorkingCore20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the understanding of theories, principles and applications of leadership and team working in educational settings. It aims to develop a critical understanding of management theory as a basis for team building, communication, delegation, motivation and we
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
A foundation degree in Education typically begins with the fundamentals of how children learn and how schools operate. In Year 1, you'll usually study child development, cognitive, social and emotional growth from birth through adolescence, alongside early school experience through observation and supported teaching placements. Year 2 moves toward curriculum design and pedagogy, covering planning, teaching and assessment, plus inclusion and special educational needs. A sustained second school placement builds your classroom practice with increasing responsibility. Year 3 focuses on professional standards, behaviour management, assessment and the craft of teaching, with specialist options such as early years, primary teaching, SEND & inclusion, education policy, or QTS routes. School placements grow progressively more intensive throughout, culminating in assessed practice against teaching standards where applicable.
Who it's for
Most entrants to this course hold A-levels or equivalent qualifications; 70% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent over recent years. The programme is designed for those seeking a foundation-level qualification in education and teaching.
Careers & job market
Across Education and Teaching courses nationally, 90% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating. Of those in work, 70% are in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. National Graduate Outcomes data shows starting salaries (at 15 months) typically range from £22,000 to £30,000. After three years, earnings range from £17,850 to £25,200, and after five years from £21,250 to £30,000. These are national figures across the sector, not university-specific guarantees. Additionally, 85% of students on similar programmes continue past their first year, either remaining enrolled or having completed their studies.
University & format
This foundation degree is studied part-time at Burton and South Derbyshire College, a higher education college based at the Burton-on-Trent Campus. Teaching and study are delivered in English. The course leads to a nationally recognised foundation degree awarded by a recognised UK degree-awarding body.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 70% |
| a previous degree | 10% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 10% |
| Other | 10% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at BSDC →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
National funding for this subject
- Teacher-training bursaries: Postgraduate bursaries and scholarships are available for selected shortage subjects. Official guidance
We only display a named award when its provider source identifies the award and who it is for.
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Careers & earnings
What Education & Teaching graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £30,000 | £24,000 – £36,000 | 1405 |
| 3 years after | £21,000 | £12,000 – £23,500 | 30 |
| 5 years after | £19,000 | £14,500 – £28,000 | 30 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,405. Cohort 2021-22.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in education & teaching · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Education & Teaching nationally
National figures for Education & Teaching graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
continued or completed
continued into the next year or completed their qualification
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,405. Cohort 2021-22. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Education & Teaching courses at the same study level.
Compared with 515 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Job market & outlook
How Education & Teaching graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Education & Teaching graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Schools & academy trusts
- Local authorities
- Education charities
- Tutoring providers
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Education & Teaching graduates.
Education SEN MentorMacIntyreEducation Recruitment ConsultantAcademicsEducation Delivery Consultant - Fast Paced, Dynamic Organisation - WorcestershireAP EducationEducation Trustee - Lead Youth Careers & Outdoor LearningRacing to SchoolEducation Recruitment Consultant - Build Futures & Earn UncappedProtocol EducationEducation Recruitment Consultant: Grow Your Desk & ImpactEducation AssetsIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £30,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 4.5 out of 10: continued 45%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Education and teaching across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Burton-on-Trent Campus
972 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Education & Teaching right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to BSDC from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by BSDC; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check BSDC’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with BSDC and gov.uk before you apply.
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