Higher Education In this section Studying higher education Innovate 21 Competition Programmes Foundation degree programmes Top-up degree programmes Masters degree Professional qualifications Higher Apprenticeships North East Institute of Technology Research & Scholarly Activity Student life HE Information Our foundation degree programmes FdA Childhood Studies & Professional Practice Full Time This course combines practical and theoretical learning to help you develop expert skills and knowledge for working with children. FdA Roots and Popular Music Full Time This exciting new programme is ideal for musicians who want to further their knowledge of roots and popular music.