Name of Programme
Foundation Pathway Programme
Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
Final Award
CFS
Location
Buckingham
Awarding Institution/Body
University Of Buckingham
Teaching Institution
University Of Buckingham
School of Study
Centre for Foundation Studies
Programme Code(s)
FCTF3FFP / Full Time / 9 Months
FCTF3FFPBU / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
FCTF3FFPHU / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
FCTF3FFPIN / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
FCTF3FFPLA / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
FCTF3FFPPS / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
FCTF3FFPBU / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
FCTF3FFPHU / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
FCTF3FFPIN / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
FCTF3FFPLA / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
FCTF3FFPPS / Full Time / 9 Months / Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
Professional Body Accreditation
N/A
Relevant Subject Benchmark Statement (SBS)
Admission Criteria
Applicable Cohort(s)
September 2024 Onwards
FHEQ Level
3
UCAS Code
Summary of Programme
The Foundation Programme is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen undergraduate studies. This programme is particularly suitable for students who do not meet the entry requirements for their chosen undergraduate programme at Buckingham, those who have had a gap in their education, or those who wish to study a new area they have not studied before and secure their academic skills before embarking on degree-level study.
Educational Aims of the Programme
- To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles in their chosen subject area.
- To develop students’ academic skills, including critical thinking, research, and communication.
- To prepare students for successful transition to undergraduate studies in their chosen subject area.
- To foster a learning environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and independent learning.
- To develop students’ academic skills, including critical thinking, research, and communication.
- To prepare students for successful transition to undergraduate studies in their chosen subject area.
- To foster a learning environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and independent learning.
Programme Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
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Teaching/Learning Strategy
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Assessment Strategy
Assessment methods may include coursework, examinations, presentations, and group projects. The assessments are designed to prepare students for their chosen undergraduate studies. The specific assessment methods for each module will be detailed in the module descriptions.Programme Outcomes
Cognitive Skills
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Teaching/Learning Strategy
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Assessment Strategy
Programme Outcomes
Practical/Transferable Skills
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Teaching/Learning Strategy
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Assessment Strategy
Assessment methods may include coursework, examinations, presentations, and group projects. The assessments are designed to prepare students for their chosen undergraduate studies. The specific assessment methods for each module will be detailed in the module descriptions.External Reference Points
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each course unit/module can be found in the departmental or programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by the University of Buckingham and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency.
Date of Production
Date approved by School Learning and Teaching Committee
Date approved by School Board of Study
Date approved by University Learning and Teaching Committee
Date of Annual Review
PROGRAMME STRUCTURES
Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
FCTF3FFPBU / Full Time / January Entry
Term 1
Winter
Winter
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Understanding Business in a Global World [L3/10U] (FFFUBGW)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Winter Examination
Term 2
Spring
Spring
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Introduction to Quantitative Methods [L3/10U] (FFFIQME)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U] (FFFEEBS)
Spring Examination
Term 3
Summer
Summer
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Enterprise in Business [L3/10U] (FFFEIBU)
Introduction to Financial Studies [L3/10U] (FFFITFS)
Summer Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Business/Economics]
FCTF3FFPBU / Full Time / September Entry
Term 1
Autumn
Autumn
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Understanding Business in a Global World [L3/10U] (FFFUBGW)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Autumn Examination
Term 2
Winter
Winter
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Enterprise in Business [L3/10U] (FFFEIBU)
Introduction to Financial Studies [L3/10U] (FFFITFS)
Winter Examination
Term 3
Spring
Spring
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U] (FFFEEBS)
Introduction to Quantitative Methods [L3/10U] (FFFIQME)
Spring Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
FCTF3FFPHU / Full Time / January Entry
Term 1
Winter
Winter
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Introduction to Political Communication [L3/10U] (FFFIPCO)
Winter Examination
Term 2
Spring
Spring
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Britain Since 1945: Changing Roles [L3/10U] (FFFBSCR)
One of:
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
Spring Examination
Term 3
Summer
Summer
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
International Studies [L3/10U] (FFFINST)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
Summer Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Humanities]
FCTF3FFPHU / Full Time / September Entry
Term 1
Autumn
Autumn
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Introduction to Political Communication [L3/10U] (FFFIPCO)
Autumn Examination
Term 2
Winter
Winter
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
International Studies [L3/10U] (FFFINST)
Winter Examination
Term 3
Spring
Spring
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Britain Since 1945: Changing Roles [L3/10U] (FFFBSCR)
One of:
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
Spring Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
FCTF3FFPIN / Full Time / January Entry
Term 1
Winter
Winter
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Introduction to Political Communication [L3/10U] (FFFIPCO)
Winter Examination
Term 2
Spring
Spring
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Britain Since 1945: Changing Roles [L3/10U] (FFFBSCR)
One of:
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
Spring Examination
Term 3
Summer
Summer
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
International Studies [L3/10U] (FFFINST)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
Summer Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [International Studies]
FCTF3FFPIN / Full Time / September Entry
Term 1
Autumn
Autumn
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Introduction to Political Communication [L3/10U] (FFFIPCO)
Autumn Examination
Term 2
Winter
Winter
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
International Studies [L3/10U] (FFFINST)
Winter Examination
Term 3
Spring
Spring
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
One of:
Reportage [L3/10U]
Britain Since 1945: Changing Roles [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU1)
Reportage [L3/10U]
Britain Since 1945: Changing Roles [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU1)
One of:
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
The Economic Environment of Business [L3/10U]
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FBHSFNDHU2)
Spring Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
FCTF3FFPLA / Full Time / January Entry
Term 1
Winter
Winter
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Introduction to Legal Skills [L3/10U] (FFFITLS)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Winter Examination
Term 2
Spring
Spring
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FFFTELS)
Introduction to Criminal Law [L3/10U] (FFFINCL)
Spring Examination
Term 3
Summer
Summer
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Introduction to the Law of Contract and Tort [L3/10U] (FFFILCT)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
Summer Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Law]
FCTF3FFPLA / Full Time / September Entry
Term 1
Autumn
Autumn
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Introduction to Legal Skills [L3/10U] (FFFITLS)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Autumn Examination
Term 2
Winter
Winter
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Introduction to the Law of Contract and Tort [L3/10U] (FFFILCT)
Foundations of International Human Rights Law [L3/10U] (FFFIHRL)
Winter Examination
Term 3
Spring
Spring
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
The English Legal System [L3/10U] (FFFTELS)
Introduction to Criminal Law [L3/10U] (FFFINCL)
Spring Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
FCTF3FFPPS / Full Time / January Entry
Term 1
Winter
Winter
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Classic Studies in Psychology [L3/10U] (FFFCSIP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Winter Examination
Term 2
Spring
Spring
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Introduction to Quantitative Methods [L3/10U] (FFFIQME)
Psychology Specific Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFPSRS)
Spring Examination
Term 3
Summer
Summer
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Psychology: From Theory to Practice [L3/10U] (FFFPTTP)
Foundations in Biological Psychology [L3/10U] (FFFFIBP)
Summer Examination
Foundation Pathway Programme [Psychology]
FCTF3FFPPS / Full Time / September Entry
Term 1
Autumn
Autumn
Key Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFKASK)
Global Perspectives [L3/10U] (FFFGLOP)
Classic Studies in Psychology [L3/10U] (FFFCSIP)
Digital Skills [L3/10U] (FFFDIGS)
Autumn Examination
Term 2
Winter
Winter
Academic Writing Skills [L3/10U] (FFFACWS)
Critical Thinking [L3/10U] (FFFCRTH)
Psychology: From Theory to Practice [L3/10U] (FFFPTTP)
Foundations in Biological Psychology [L3/10U] (FFFFIBP)
Winter Examination
Term 3
Spring
Spring
Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFRSKS)
Advanced Academic Skills [L3/10U] (FFFADAS)
Introduction to Quantitative Methods [L3/10U] (FFFIQME)
Psychology Specific Research Skills [L3/10U] (FFFPSRS)