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Foundation courses are entry-level courses which prepare students for the next stage in their education or employment and are usually equivalent to the first year or two years of a university bachelor’s degree. They are often more vocational than university degrees and include work experience or some form of practical learning as part of the course, which makes them an asset if you want to go straight into the workplace. Check out our range of foundation courses and get started today!

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CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Price Match Guarantee – we’ll match any other online provider’s price. The CIPD Level 3 Certificate is a shorter qualification, covering only essential units from the CIPD Level 5 Diploma. The Level 3 Certificate is ideal for those with limited HR or L...

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PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner

PRINCE2® 7th Edition Online Training is designed for professionals looking for a flexible and structured approach to project management. Our comprehensive program offers both Foundation and Practitioner certifications, with 24/7 access to official cour...

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FD106 Introduction to Process Design

This FD106: Introduction to Process Design Training Course, certified by CQI/IRCA, is designed to equip learners with foundational skills essential for process design and standardisation. The course places a strong emphasis on enabling learners to comp...

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FD105 Introduction to Product and Service Management

This course will provide learners with an awareness of the fundamental tools, techniques and structured methodology for Product and Service Management across a broad range of organisational contexts. Learners will leave the course with the capability t...

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AgilePM® Foundation

Why choose the AgilePM® Foundation? The Agile PM® Foundation course is a professional certification designed to elevate your ability to approach Project Management with agility and self-sufficiency. Agile projects are characterised by self-empowered te...

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ITIL® v4 Foundation

ITIL® is similar to a toolbox for a handyman: handymen use tools from a toolbox to complete different tasks, just as the ITIL® qualification provides you with processes and best practices for IT service management. The ITIL® Foundation course teaches t...

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MSP Foundation and Practitioner

What is MSP®, really? Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)® will equip you with the knowledge you require in order to successfully manage, deliver, and realise the benefits of programmes. If you would like to ensure you possess all the skills needed to...

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Change Management Foundation and Practitioner

What is Change Management, really? Think of Change Management as the captain of a ship sailing toward a new land: ensuring everything stays on track, and that the crew is safely on board & supported in the midst of occasionally alarming circumstanc...

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PRINCE2 Agile Foundation and Practitioner

Imagine you’re driving on a winding road in the mountains: you need flexibility and responsiveness due to changing road conditions, but you also need a clear roadmap and structure to guide you. PRINCE2 Agile® is like having a reliable GPS that combines...

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PRINCE2 Agile Foundation

Imagine you’re driving on a winding road in the mountains: you need flexibility and responsiveness due to changing road conditions, but you also need a clear roadmap and structure to guide you. PRINCE2 Agile® is like having a reliable GPS that combines...

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Accredited PRINCE2® 7 Foundation & Practitioner (exams included)

The PRINCE2® Foundation course is the first of two examination courses that you are required to pass in order to become a registered PRINCE2® Practitioner. This makes it the ideal starting point for anyone who is interested in a rewarding career in Pro...

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Payroll Foundation

Why you should choose our Payroll: Payroll Foundation course Gain a starting foundation understanding of Payroll with our 1-day theoretical course designed to take you from knowing nothing or very little about this subject....

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Business Analysis Foundation

This Business Analysis Foundation training course is fully accredited by BCS and will prepare you to take the Business Analysis Foundation exam – the certificate for which is internationally recognised, respected and will provide you with employment op...

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CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

The CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice is the perfect entry point to the sought-after HR and L&D profession, teaching you everything you need to know to successfully launch your career. You’ll study key topics such as the employee lifec...

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AAT Level 2 & 3 Certificates in Bookkeeping

Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The combined AAT Level 2 and Level 3 Certificates in Bookkeeping course allows you to study the first two AAT Bookkeeping qualification levels in one convenient, affordable pack...

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CIPS Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Procurement and Supply

The Level 4 Foundation Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) is a valuable investment for anyone considering progressing to a more senior role within the supply chain management and procurement sector. This course focuse...

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AAT Level 2 Certificate and Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The combined AAT Level 2 Certificate and Level 3 Diploma in Accounting course allows you to study the first two AAT qualification levels in one convenient, affordable pack...

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AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is the first step towards a successful accounting and finance career. It’s perfect if you have no accounting experience or if you...

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AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping

Get AAT qualified 100% online. We match any other online provider’s price. The Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping is perfect if you have no or minimal bookkeeping experience, or if you haven’t yet mastered essential skills like double-en...

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PRINCE2® Foundation

Why choose the PRINCE2® Foundation? PRINCE2® is the global standard for project management, and this certificate gets you well on the way to a rewarding and lucrative role as a project manager. The course will give you a clear understanding of the PRIN...

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Foundation degrees can take one to two years studying full time to complete, and most people enrol onto a foundation course after their A-Levels or further education qualification such as a diploma. However, there are some foundation certificate courses which take less time to complete and are more specific to certain careers, such as the ATT Foundation Award in Accounting Software which takes two months to complete. Other foundation courses you can study online or in class, include:

  • PRINCE2 Foundation And Practitioner 6th Edition
  • M_o_R Foundation (Management of Risk)
  • ATT Foundation Certificate In Bookkeeping (Level 2)
  • Business Management University Foundation Programme
  • Project Management for Beginners – PRINCE2 Foundation and PMF Course

Foundation courses are also popular for more hands-on subjects such as art and design, mechanical engineering and computer science. For those wanting to go into degree-level study in a subject with high entry requirements such as biomedical sciences or social sciences, foundation courses can be a great way to add to your qualifications.

What are the entry requirements?

The entry requirements vary depending on whether you are studying a university foundation course or a foundation certificate. Most foundation courses either don’t require any previous experience or knowledge or require certain GSCE or A-Level grades such as English language and maths at grades A*-C.

Who should study a foundation course or foundation year?

Foundation courses are run by universities, institutes and colleges all over the UK, with the opportunity to study online or in class. Due to the variety of courses out, and the various ways to learn, anyone can study a foundation course. However, it is recommended for those who want a career change and need to learn the basics before jumping into a new job or school leavers who want to go down a vocational learning route which takes less time than a traditional undergraduate course. 

Due to the lower entry requirements on foundation courses, it can also be a great way for those without good GCSEs or A-Levels to gain a professional qualification. Foundation degrees are also viewed as a cost-effective alternative to a full degree, as they have lower tuition fees. 

Upon successful completion of your foundation course, there are also plenty of opportunities open to you. For those who have undertaken a foundation year, going on to complete an undergraduate degree course is the path which many students take. This helps expand your knowledge and you will gain a higher education qualification upon completion, plus, most universities allow direct entry into a degree programme in the second year as you have already completed a foundation degree.

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