• Course Level: Pre Entry Level & Entry Level

    Course Duration: 1 - 3 Years

    Supported Learning

    Our Supported Learning programmes are delivered through our Foundation Learning department.  On these courses, students learn across a wide range of subject areas which include agriculture, animal care, catering, conservation, construction, floristry, functional skills, horse care, horticulture, independent living skills, personal development, recycling and woodwork. Some of the subject areas are compulsory and some are optional.

    All learning encourages the development of essential life and work skills and students build up their understanding of the world of work by working in our own E3 Cafe and enterprise area. This will help prepare students to find future work.

    "I would definitely recommend Bicton College to other students.  My experience here has been amazing.  The best part is probably meeting friends as the College is fairly small and you get to know people quickly.  The staff are also very helpful and friendly, particularly the Welfare Team.  Bicton College has the most amazing campus and I feel really at home here."

    Emma Blyth, Foundation Learning

    "I chose this course as it gives a taste of lots of different courses and the support is great"


    Tyler Beer, Foundation Learning

    Programme Aims

    The Foundation Learning programmes are designed to help you develop basic skills in literacy and numeracy, as well as a range of practical skills and knowledge and the development of personal and social skills. There are no academic entry requirements but you should enjoy practical, hands-on work and enjoy being outdoors. Entry on to the programme will be based on an interview and satisfactory references.

    Entry Requirements

    Entry on to the programme will be based on an interview and satisfactory references. No qualifications are required but students must have a positive attitude towards learning and be willing to try new things.

    Course Structure

    During the first term you will be placed onto the appropriate course level, according to your assessed needs.

    What you will study

    Please see above

    Progression

    Successful learners may continue onto a Level 1 or 2 programme, gain employment or live independently.