A foundation for life
The foundation degrees is a vocational qualification that has been developed with employers to equip students with the skills that are really needed by industry. They are designed to be accessible and can be studied at home, in the workplace or at a college or university. They are for people of all ages and experiences.
There are no national entry requirements for foundation degrees. It will be up to the place offering the course to decide if you are eligible.
Foundation degrees are delivered in a variety of ways, such as part-time, full-time, work-based, distance learning and online learning. You can also study in the workplace, at an FE college, an HE college or a university if they offer the course.
On completion of a foundation degree, you have the opportunity to continue to an honours degree on either a full or part-time basis.
Below we have identified some popular courses. if you are from an educational institution and find your courses are not listed, please email us.
- Find out more about the foundation degree and see if it’s right for you
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Acting (foundation)
Don't make a drama out of finding an acting foundation degree
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Arts management (foundation)
Broad-based degrees drawing on many disciplines. Learn to lead!
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Community theatre (foundation)
For the people, about the people, by the people
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Costume design (foundation)
Skill up on styling & stitching. No lions or witches in your wardrobe.
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Directing (foundation)
Are you direct and to the point?
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Hair, make up and special effects (foundation)
Wig out! We promise you'll be made up.
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Musical theatre (foundation)
Create your own West Side Story. You won't be Les Miserables.
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Scenic arts, set design and props (foundation)
Game, set and match
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Sound and lighting (foundation)
Be both seen and heard on these technical courses
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Stage combat (foundation)
Fighting talk will get you far
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Stage management (foundation)
If you can manage a stage you can manage anythingl
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Street/circus arts (foundation)
Get streetwise as these course set you on the right road
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Technical (foundation)
Technically, these courses cover a lot of ground
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Theatre design (foundation)
The whole shebang-set, props & costume. Not designing theatres.
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Theatre studies/ practice (foundation)
Can't make your mind up? Start here.
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Touring (foundation)
Preparing for and being out on the road. Camper van optional.
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Subjects
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We have identified some popular courses below.
Costs
As a foundation degree student, you may find that your costs are lower (and you’ll complete your learning sooner) but you will be entitled to the same financial help as honours degree students.
For instance, there’s currently a new loan available to eligible full-time students to cover tuition fees and you could be eligible for a non-repayable grant of up to £2,700.
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