A. Title of Course
Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
B. Overview
The Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is developed to prepare students for Higher Education study. The foundation diploma provides students with the theoretical knowledge covering various disciplines needed as foundation in preparing students for the next level of studies.
C. Objective
The objective of the Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies is to provide learners with a foundation to provide an entry route to higher education courses such as diploma and degree courses including post-graduate courses.
It is designed to ensure that each learner is equipped with knowledge of academic English and study skills, mathematics, computing, society and culture, introduction to business, and accounting and economics.
D. Course Structure
a. Course Outline
The course consists of 6 modules:
- Academic English and Study Skills
- Foundation Mathematics
- Foundation Computing
- Society and Culture
- Introduction to Business
- Foundation Accounting and Economics
Academic English and Study Skills
This module is designed to help students develop competence in and awareness of academic English and study skills in preparation for entry to an undergraduate degree programmes.
Foundation Mathematics
The aim of this module is to consolidate learners’ knowledge of mathematics and to introduce more topics in the areas of statistical methods and linear algebra. As the business world embraces the use of bigger data in all areas of operation, the mathematical techniques taught in this module will be necessary to aid in the understanding of data, valuable in enhancing future employment prospects.
Foundation Computing
This module aim to provide an introduction to computing and the concepts of hardware and its uses. Learners will gain an understanding of data systems and data presentation, key aspects of computer networks and importance of ethical and legal issues in relation to computing.
Society and Culture
This module introduces students to a variety of contemporary issues related to society and culture, enabling learners to understand social and cultural literacy by developing their knowledge and understanding of societies and cultures.
Introduction to Business
This module provide learners with knowledge and understanding of how different forms of business ownership operate. It will cover how businesses are run in terms of their form of ownership, the impact of eternal factors on business success, understanding the different objectives businesses may have, and the key functional areas within a business which enable it to operate effectively.
Foundation Accounting and Economics
This module provides an introduction to the fundamentals of accounting and economics. Learners will gain an understanding of financial reports through their preparation, based on the double-entry bookkeeping system which is essential for the management of any organization. The unit will also develop learners’ understanding of how economic issues affect choices about resources and markets and how consumers, producers and governments interact in markets nationally and internationally.
b. Scope of Study
Principles, concepts and case studies
c. Delivery Mode
Classroom lectures, tutorials and group discussions
d. Commencement Dates / Intakes
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e. Course Duration
Full-time: 8 months
Part-time: 8 months
Maximum allowable period to complete the course is 16 months from date of course commencement
f. Class Period
Full-time
Monday to Friday
5 sessions per week, 3 hours per session
15 contact hrs per week
Total contact hours: 480
Part-time
2 sessions per week, 6 hours per day
12 contact hours per week
Total contact hours: 384
g. Course Fees
Application fee : $327
This course is currently under review.
h. Payment Mode
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i. Assessments
100% assignment
j. Assessment Methods
No | Assessment Type | Mark allocation |
1. | Course work assignment | 100% |
- Assessment Grading Criteria
Grade Marks
Distinction 80 and above
Merit 65 to 79
Pass 50 to 64
Fail 0 to 49
- Expected Examination Results Release Date
Results shall be released within 3 months upon completion of the last assessment.
- Qualification Award
Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
awarded by Exerceo Business International College
- Graduation Requirements
Obtain a ‘Pass’ for all modules
- Teacher Qualifications
The Committee for Private Education (CPE) is duly notified on all teachers in Exerceo Business International College. All teachers have the required qualifications. Please refer to Our Teachers list in the website for more details.
Average Teacher-Student Ratio is 1:30
Please note that the maximum number of students in the classroom is subjected to the maximum allowable seating capacity
- Progression Pathway
Upon successful completion of the course, students may apply or enrol to higher education studies at diploma levels offered and awarded by Exerceo Business International College.
E. Entry Requirements
Age: At least 16 years old at point of registration
Academic: Minimum 3 passes at GCE ‘O’ Level or High School or equivalent
Language Proficiency: At least Primary 1 proficiency in English or equivalent
This course is currently not being run.