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Technology Foundation Programme

Technology Foundation Programme

I was really impressed with theequipment available. TheUniversity probably has everypiece of equipment we could needto complete an investigation.

Matthew Hindes

Why choose this course?If you don't have the appropriatequalifications to get straight on to abachelors degree in a technology subject,you can do this preparatory course for ayear first.

About the courseThis course is academically challengingand vocationally orientated, and willprovide you with a range of knowledge,experience and skills.

You'll be introduced to concepts inelectrical, civil or mechanical engineering,product design, or architecturaltechnology. You'll also learn how to writereports, essays and provide presentationsof a reasonable standard on a subjectwithin your chosen field.

How you’ll learnYou'll have workshops and practicalsessions, so you'll be able to usespecialist equipment and software. Thereare several different ways we test yourunderstanding and competence. Theseinclude lab work, written report writing,presentations, case studies, computerbased exercises and exams.

Your careerWhen you've successfully completed thiscourse, you can go on to the appropriatebachelors degree.

Additional informationYou'll develop the knowledge, experienceand skills you'll need to move on to one ofthese degrees:

▪ BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

▪ BSc (Hons) Sound, Light and Live Event Technology

▪ BSc (Hons) Popular Music with Music Technology

▪ BSc (Hons) Music Technology and Production

▪ BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering ▪ BEng (Hons) Civil and Infrastructure

Engineering ▪ BEng (Hons) Manufacturing and

Production Engineering▪ BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering ▪ BEng (Hons) Motorsport Engineering ▪ BEng (Hons) Motorcycle Engineering ▪ BSc (Hons) Product Design ▪ BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology

and Practice.

Where you will study: Derby Campus – Markeaton Street site.

Entry requirements: Academic – 160 UCAS tariff points, ofwhich at least 120 must be from yourInternational Baccalaureate or equivalentqualification.

Language – A qualification such as IELTS6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas) orTOEFL – 550 (paper based), 213(computer based), 80 (internet based).See our website for other acceptedqualifications or phone us: +44 (0)1332 591698.

Duration: 1 year full time

Course fees: £9,945* in total*These fees apply if you are starting this course between

September 2013 and August 2014. We recommend you

check fees as they can change. Costs can increase each year.

Start date: September or January

UCAS Code: It depends on which degreeyou want to move on to afterwards.Search for your degree and code on ourwebsite.

Options

You’ll study modules such as:▪ Preliminary Mathematics▪ Scholarship for Technologists▪ Technology Project (double module)▪ Foundation Electrical and Electronic

Principles▪ Introduction to Design▪ Event and Media Technology▪ Engineering Science▪ Introduction to Structural Analysis and

Dynamics.

Get in touchPeter Lennox and Amal Oraifige

E: adtenquiry@derby.ac.uk

T: +44 (0)1332 593216

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The information in this leaflet was correct when we produced it, but please check our website for the mostup to date information.