Foundation Degrees
What is a Foundation Degree?
A Foundation Degree is designed and delivered
in partnership with employers and Higher Education establishments
(Universities and Colleges) to equip you with the knowledge,
understanding and skills relevant to your employment and to help
you further your career.
A Foundation Degree combine’s traditional
academic study with work based learning and is becoming the
preferred choice for students who would previously have chosen to
study an HND or Degree course as it provides them with additional
skills which are often sought after by employers looking for
prospective employees.
How long does a foundation Degree
last?
A full time course will normally last two
academic years.
What level is it?
A Foundation Degree is a level 5 qualification
or the equivalent level of the first two years of a Degree.
Many students who study a Foundation Degree often decide to
continue studying (normally for a further year) to increase their
qualification to a full Degree.
What are the entry requirements to
study a Foundation Degree?
To study a Foundation Degree at Doncaster
College, you will normally need to have the equivalent of UK “A”
Levels. Please contact us for further information as formal
qualifications may not always be necessary as appropriate
commercial and industrial experience may be more relevant.
What level of English will I
need?
If you are a non native speaker of English
then we will need you to have a minimum IELTS (International
English Language Testing Scheme) score of 5.5 overall or
equivalent.
How do I find out more?
If you require any further information, please
contact us in the International Office:
Email: international@don.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 1302 553592 / 553785