The Foundation Degree in Learning and Teaching (FDLT) is designed for support staff who are currently working in specialist SEND and inclusive settings and who wish to gain a recognised qualification specific to their role. The course aims to broaden and deepen their understanding of the context of education and development and strengthen their ability to support children’s learning and development within the wider life of the setting. Participants are encouraged to develop a deeper understanding of their work by analysing it in the context of relevant principles and research.
By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:
Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop* to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits).
At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2026 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2026**.
Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.
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STAGE 1
• Introduction to SEND, Diversity and Inclusion (compulsory)
• Using Digital Technology to Inspire and Support Learning (compulsory)
• Social and Cultural Dimensions of Difference and Diversity (compulsory)
• Encouraging Voices (compulsory)
• Work-Based Practice: The Reflective Practitioner (compulsory)
STAGE 2
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Perspectives (compulsory)
• Autism and Class Support (compulsory)
• Cognitive and Learning Needs (compulsory)
• Physical and Sensory Needs (compulsory)
• Collaborative Working (compulsory)
• Independent Research Project (compulsory)
• Work Based Practice: Reflective Practices (compulsory)
Module information is quoted for 2026 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
University of Northampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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