Supply Chain and Logistics - Foundation Degree

Essentials

Duration: 2.5 Years Part-time
Start date: 15th September 2025
End date: 17th August 2028
Day: Mon
Time: 13:00-21:00

Course fee: To be confirmed

Course Content

This Foundation Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics, that is validated by Ulster University, is being offered by Northern Regional College in response to a skills shortage in this sector and in conjunction with local employers. This course is aimed at individuals already working in this industry who want to achieve a qualification and improve their career prospects as well as new comers to this sector who will be able to avail of enhanced employment prospects due to a skills shortage.  The qualification articulates into the proposed Ulster University's Bachelor of Science Degree in Business with Supply Chain, for those who wish to further progress their learning.

You will undertake modules in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain, Compliance, Warehousing and much more. As well as developing your practical skills, other specialist modules underpin your professional development, giving you the personal skills that you need to succeed in the Supply Chain and Logistics industry

Given the demand for Supply Chain and transport and Logistics graduates, a Foundation Degree provides an excellent pathway for people who want to gain a higher education qualification, without running up the levels of debt associated with attending university full-time.

This course is currently being validated by Ulster University.  Modules include:

Level 4 Modules (Year 1)

• Introduction to Transport, Logistics & Supply Chain Management
• Accounts and Financial Management
• Marketing & Procurement
• Compliance (Health and safety, legislation, regulation, CPC, customs)
• Inventory & Warehousing & Fulfilment
• Automation and Technology

Level 5 Modules (Year 2)

• Transport & Logistics Operations & Planning
• Leading and Managing People
• Operations & Supply Chain Management
• Organisations & Strategic Management
• Logistics, Transport or Supply Chain Work Based Project  (Themed)

The course duration is 2.5 years and upon completion you will achieve Ulster University Foundation Degree in Supply Chain & Logistics. 

Special Features

Due to the specialist nature of this course students will be taught by industry experts working alongside Northern Regional College skilled lecturers to ensure full compliance with the state of this sector at this present time.

This course is validated by Ulster University.

Assessment Methods

The modules are assessed with a challenging blend of examinations and coursework. The course provides a fantastic opportunity to enter the fast moving world of Supply Chain, Transportation and Logistics both locally and worldwide. 

Many assessments in the course are structured on real-life industry scenarios that students will face in their future careers. There are opportunities to meet Supply Chain professionals, industrial visits and guest speakers. An additional module to enhance your employability is also be included as part of the programme. This programme of study is likely to include enrichment components which are aimed at enhancing your employability.

The entrance criteria is 64 UCAS tariff points and GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English at Grade C (equivalent essential skills will be accepted in place of GCSE).  Where students wish to have prior education and/or experience taken into account, in lieu of meeting the full course entry requirements, they should contact the relevant Course Director or Admissions. APEL applications must be submitted at least 2 weeks before the start date of the programme. More details can be found in the APEL Policy.