Foundation Degree in Arts

INTRODUCTION

The Foundation Degree in Arts (FDA) at Binary University prepares ‘O’ Levels and Grade 10 high school – leavers for direct entry into the First Year of any one of our Undergraduate Degree. The Binary FDA is unique in that it allows students to diagnose a wide range of Pre University subject areas in the first 2 semesters and when students have a better understanding of University degree options, presents multiple pathways in Accounting, Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship or IT in the final semester for one to specialize in.

The uniqueness of the FDA are :

  • It takes away the pressure from high school leavers who often have to make the very difficult decision of whether to choose a Foundation in Arts, Science, Communication or Accounting.
  • The FDA opens numerous degree pathway opportunities as students can opt to do a degree in Accounting, Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship or IT/ Computer Science.
  • The FDA provides you opportunities for interdisciplinary study with an emphasis on problem-solving and analytical skills, thus helping to unlock your fullest potential.
  • You will be able to interact with international students which will provide you with rich intercultural experiences, thus preparing you to become a truly global graduate in the future.

PROGRAM AIM

The programme aims to equip students with sound knowledge in Arts, Business and IT thus preparing them adequately for university-level education and career development.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this programme, you will be able

  • To utilise facts to describe and discuss concepts, principles, and processes in the broad areas of Arts, IT and business.
  • To identify, analyse and solve problems using innovative strategies.
  • To conduct academic activities such as collecting, analysing, organise, and process data/information to make conclusions individually or in groups;
  • To communicate effectively orally and in writing;
  • To Utilise digital technology applications to seek and process data related to a specific field of study; and
  • To interpret, and use relevant information to pursue higher learning independently.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

The FDA is a 3-semester full-time programme offered over a 12-month period. Entry into the programme is ‘O’ Levels with a minimum of 5 credits.

DURATION

1 Year

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