Course Summary

Our popular Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support (Primary) is recognised by Head teachers and Governors alike as a successful, relevant qualification that impacts positively on teaching and learning in schools. This degree can be studied as a 2 year full-time Lancaster University validated foundation degree designed as a professional development qualification for Primary School Teaching Assistants who want to further their understanding, knowledge and skills across the ever-changing primary curriculum. Students taking part on the course may get involved in a range of trips and activities. Past students have enjoyed trips to a Steiner School near York looking at alternative philosophies of teaching and learning. Students on the course also take part in a range of team building activities and socialise as a group at organised events - this helps you to learn from colleagues and other students in both informal as well as formal settings. You must have secured a signed agreement of a Head teacher to accept you for a placement in a Primary Class for at least 45 days (full-time) and an up-to-date DBS certificate As well as your placement, you will be able to take part in a 2 day placement in a different primary school. Our students often tell us this is a valuable insight into the way that different primary schools operate. All staff teaching on the course are former or existing Primary school practitioners who are able to bring a wealth of valuable experience, real-life examples and case studies into the classroom.

Course Details - Modules

All students take a total of 120 credits per level. Level 4 Modules (all modules are mandatory) include: Supporting Teaching and Learning in English, Supporting teaching and Learning in Mathematics, Supporting teaching and learning in Science, Computing and primary teaching and learning technologies, Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Learning and Teaching Practice, Special education needs and disability (SEND) and inclusive teaching and learning strategies Level 5 Modules (all modules are mandatory) include: Supporting teaching and learning in physical education, health and well-being, Supporting teaching and learning in the foundation curriculum subjects, Planning, assessing and evaluating teaching and learning, Contemporary primary educational policy and practice, Practice based research and Implementing change in the primary environment

Course Details – Assessment Method

During the course you will be assessed by a variety of methods including coursework, written assignments, reports, poster presentations, electronic presentations and portfolio building. Additionally, there will be a series of reflective tasks to complete at your primary school placement or employment as well as a successful lesson observation in each year of your placement. Each module is formally assessed through, for example, assignment, open-book test, individual and group presentation, essay, observation of practice, assessment of course work e.g. art portfolio, written report, reflective practice and portfolios of evidence.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January 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: LX77

Institution code: B40

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


Level 2 Qualification or GCSE at Grade C or above in both English and Maths; one year’s recent experience working in a primary school for at least one day each school week (30 days) to allow you to carry out a placement for one day a week for three years (part-time) or one and half days a week for two years (full-time). Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have relevant work / life experience will be considered on an individual basis and may be invited to interview. You will need a clear, current DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) certificate. All offers are conditional and are subject to a successful interview and the signed support of the Headteacher.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

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Provider information

Feilden Street
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