Generic programmes and qualifications

Direct answer. Programmes designed around transferable foundations rather than one specialised subject, including basic, literacy, numeracy and personal-skill pathways in the ISCED-F framework.

Methods you may encounter

The same field can be taught through different method mixes. Programme pages should make the dominant learning activities visible.

• Foundational practice
  Look for modules, assessments, facilities or placements that show how this method is actually taught.
• Integrated learning
  Look for modules, assessments, facilities or placements that show how this method is actually taught.
• Portfolio reflection
  Look for modules, assessments, facilities or placements that show how this method is actually taught.

Questions to take to a programme page

• Is the programme intentionally broad or merely undecided?
• Which next-stage fields does it prepare you to enter?
• Which modules are compulsory, and which apparent specialisms are only optional?
• What current accreditation, placement or professional conditions apply in the location where you may study or practise?

Nearby directions worth comparing

Classification boundary

ISCED-F is designed to classify education programmes and qualifications for international statistics. It is not a personality model. UNESCO is reviewing the framework, and institutions may use different names or interdisciplinary structures. See sources and revision notes before treating a label as current local fact.

Plain answers