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Home > Students > Before you apply > FAQs > Choosing courses > Foundation degrees

What is a foundation degree?

A foundation degree is an intermediate work-related higher education qualification which can be studied as a full-time or part-time course. There is more information in the foundation degree section of this website and you can use the foundation degree course search to find available courses.

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