Truro and Penwith College

FdA Teaching and Learning

UCAS course code X333
Institution code T85
Duration

2 years

Course type

Full-time, Part-time route available

Study location Truro and Penwith College
Rated Ofsted Outstanding (2016), Truro and Penwith College provides a range of quality degree courses with employer needs in mind. All students benefit from an excellent support network that helps to put them on the best footing for a successful future after graduating. Finding themselves at home in purpose-built buildings with expert lecturers and access to industry-standard equipment, students can study a quality university course right here in Cornwall.
A variety of people enter higher education with an assortment of experiences and commitments, but with the flexibility at the heart of our programmes, the College offers a compressed timetable and small class sizes to allow students to study in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whatever your background, studying University courses at Truro and Penwith College means an opportunity to study locally, the chance to fit home or part-time work around your lectures and the one thing all our students have in common – the shared experiences of a quality education right here in Cornwall.
For more information visit the Truro and Penwith College website.

Course details

  • Year 1

  • Core modules

    TRUR1204
    The Psychology of Teaching and Learning

    This module will identify and examine psychological perspectives relevant to teaching and learning. It will analyse and evaluate the influences that contribute to the psychological development of a child. The module emphasizes the importance of social psychology and society, enabling students to gain insight into how a child’s environment, culture, and social context, influence how they learn

    TRUR1205
    Theories of Teaching and Learning

    This module examines influential approaches to teaching and learning. It explores theoretical perspectives, seminal educators and contemporary educational thinkers. Students will explore a variety of approaches to learning, including informal, incidental and spontaneous play experiences, to more structured teaching learning and assessment methodologies.

    TRUR1206
    Education and Society

    This module explores education and the impact of global and societal factors on children’s learning. It will examine current UK government legislation, policies and trends in education and their recommendations for the future. The module considers the impact of factors such as poverty and deprivation on children’s learning and aims to increase educators’ awareness of such factors.

    TRUR1207
    Personal and Professional Skills Development

    This module focuses on the academic development and professional skills required within an educational context. Students explore key academic skills and their own professional skills, such as communication and reflective practice. It also examines professionalism and how values and ethics contribute to effective working relationships within an educational setting.

    TRUR1208
    Curriculum, Curriculum Planning and Age Phase Transition

    This module explores and identifies the significance of curriculum, curriculum planning and age phase transition, in relation to high quality teaching and learning in childhood education. The module includes the theory and practice of transitions at the start and end of the primary National Curriculum. Consideration is given to personal, social and emotional aspects in this module.

    TRUR1209
    Health and Wellbeing

    The module explores health and wellbeing and its importance within education. It looks at different approaches, theories and concepts of health and wellbeing and investigates its implications to professional practice and impact on children’s learning

  • Final year

  • Core modules

    TRUR2197
    Child Progress and Development

    This module focuses upon child development within an educational setting. It explores using theory and observation within practice, different teaching and learning strategies, procedures and policies that promote learning. Using a holistic approach, this module focuses upon impact on learning and development of children. A key aspect is the implications for professional practice and progression of professional skills

    TRUR2198
    Inclusive Practice within Teaching and Learning

    Building on from Theories of teaching and learning in year one, this module will use theory and practice observations to deepen students’ understanding of children with special needs and how to support them. It allows the opportunity to see contemporary issues that affect inclusive practice and critically reflect upon specific skills and techniques within professional practice to ensure inclusive practice.

    TRUR2199
    Educational Research

    This module provides students with the opportunity to engage in educational research. The importance of adhering to academic research conventions and guidelines are explained. The module requires students to formulate a small-scale qualitative research project. Consideration to ethical issues, in terms of engaging in academic educational qualitative research, is emphasised throughout this module

    TRUR2201
    Curriculum: English and Mathematics

    This module aims to build on the importance of the students’ knowledge of language and mathematical development. It promotes and develops the students’ competence and confidence in mathematics. The module identifies the linguistic, literacy concepts and skills within the EYFS and National Curriculum. The module explains how high quality in English and reading are essential to education and society

    TRUR2202
    Curriculum: Science and Technology

    This module focuses on the scientific and computing components within the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum. The module explains how practical elements of science are integrated into theory and the curriculum. Students examine how computer hardware and software and other technologies, are taught in the EYFS and the National Curriculum.

    TRUR2203
    Creative Education

    This module explores creative education within a specific age phase. It examines the place of specific creative education curriculum areas within the school curriculum and its role in developing key transferrable skills for young people. It develops creative skills, enabling students to deliver creative projects that adheres to national guidelines for example dance within the Physical Education model.

The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.

Fees, costs and funding

As this course is delivered by one of our partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.

How to apply

All applications for undergraduate courses are made through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
UCAS will ask for the information contained in the box at the top of this course page including the UCAS course code and the institution code.
To apply for this course and for more information about submitting an application including application deadline dates, please visit the UCAS website.

Progression routes

Completing this course enables you to progress onto these related courses and programmes with the University of Plymouth at level 5 or level 6, as specifically defined by this programme’s progression agreement.

For further information, including the progression from foundation degree form, please visit https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/business-partners/partnerships/academic-partnerships/study-guide/progression-to-honours-degree

Our partnership with Truro and Penwith College

The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.

Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.

Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.

We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?

One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there. 

Open days

Partner college open days

This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.

University of Plymouth open days

You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.

Studying with Truro and Penwith College

We’re one of the leading colleges in the country, delivering teaching and learning to the highest level. With three modern campuses at Truro, Penwith (at Penzance) and Tregye, we provide you with a unique university experience.
 
Plymouth students working on a group project