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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Additional Support Needs course at University of Suffolk.
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A level
C,D,D
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £8,220 per year |
| Scotland | £8,220 per year |
| Wales | £8,220 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £8,220 per year |
| Channel Islands | £8,220 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £15,090 per year |
| EU | £15,090 per year |
| International | £15,090 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: X161
Here's what University of Suffolk says about its Additional Support Needs course.
The FdA Additional Support Needs places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of individuals across the lifespan. The curriculum is designed to support you to recognise and address the diverse needs of individuals they may work with, with a focus on enabling you to provide support tailored to each person's unique characteristics and requirements. Inclusion, equality, diversity, and rights are fundamental themes that run through the entire programme. The course places a significant emphasis on work-based learning, providing you with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. The reflective aspect of this practice ensures that you can connect your learning experiences to your specific contexts, personalising your educational journey. You are encouraged to broaden your expertise, reflecting on its application and potential utilisation within their respective sectors.
Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments. This programme is not open to students requiring a Student visa to study in the UK.
This course prepares you for future careers opportunities in the field of additional support needs such as, Behavioural Support Assistant, Safeguarding Officer or Carer and Support workers.
Source: University of Suffolk
Course details
Qualification
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
Department
Academic Services
Location
University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft) | Lowestoft
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Special needs teaching
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Please see our website for module information.
University of Suffolk reviews
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Foundation year student
Five stars: Excellent
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Five stars: Excellent
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Foundation year student
Five stars: Excellent
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Foundation year student
Always very supportive and reachable
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Five stars: Excellent
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Foundation year student
The content of the course, teaching quality is highly commendable
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Suffolk students who took the Additional Support Needs course - or another course in the same subject area.
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Suffolk graduates who took Additional Support Needs - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
Say it fits with future plans
70%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
55%
Teaching Professionals
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5%
Customer service occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Suffolk graduates who took Additional Support Needs - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£19k
First year after graduation
£24.8k
Third year after graduation
£21.2k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Additional Support Needs.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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