Foundation degrees and work-based higher education

Introduction

Employers and employees are increasingly experiencing the value of higher education specifically designed to meet their workplace needs. Foundation degrees are an example of how successful work-based higher education can be.

Foundation degrees are university-level qualifications designed to enhance staff performance through customising a work-based degree to meet your business objectives and aims.

fdf (Foundation Degree Forward) is a national body that supports the development of high-quality Foundation degrees and work-based higher education, tailored to the needs of businesses and their staff.

This guide will help you to identify the benefits of using Foundation degrees or other types of work-based higher education for the development of your workforce.

It also outlines the fdf Employer Based Training Accreditation service, which provides businesses with the support and advice needed to raise the status of work-based training.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• What is a Foundation degree?
• How do I get started with Foundation degrees?
• Business benefits of Foundation degrees
• Employer Based Training Accreditation

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