Engineering
The Engineering course is a combination of theory and practical, with all sorts of interesting equipment for you to get your hands on. The first year includes modules in multiskilled engineering, teaching a variety of skills which helps you and your tutors decide whether electrical or mechanical engineering would suit you best. Your subjects will typically include engineering, maths, science, machining, fitting and maintenance. Work placements will be arranged to get a taste of what it’s like to work in engineering. Our tutors are a diverse team of highly-qualified, industry-trained engineers who have excellent specialisms in covering all industry-relevant areas of modern-day engineering. The future of the engineering industry is exciting, and you could be part of it!
Study at Level:
Level 2
Level 3
- Interpreting technical drawings
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Coordinating and planning
- Health and safety
- Mechanical and electrical engineering skills
- Maths
- Science
- Machining
- Fitting and maintenance
- Hand forging
- Fluid mechanics
- Engineering drawing
- Renewable technology
Entry requirements for our courses depend on the specific requirements of each Programme of Study and an individual’s previous experience, which will all be discussed during the interview process. The following list offers a guide as to what you might be expected to achieve to gain entry on to a particular level of a course.
PLEASE NOTE IN SOME AREAS WHERE THERE IS A HIGHER MATHS, ENGLISH OR SCIENCE CONTENT, OR WHERE TECHNICAL SKILLS ARE REQUIRED, THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ARE HIGHER THAN STATED BELOW. APPLICANTS ARE ADVISED OF ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL COURSES AT THEIR INTERVIEW AND THIS IS CHECKED AT ENROLMENT. FOR CREATIVE COURSES A PORTFOLIO REVIEW OR AUDITION MAY BE REQUIRED AT INTERVIEW.
Entry Level 3 Programmes
No formal entry qualifications but subject to approval from the Foundation Learning Assessment Team.
Level 1 Programmes
GCSEs grades1-2 or E to G or equivalent, including Foundation Awards and Entry Level Certificates.
Level 2 Programmes
Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 (previously D) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 1 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at Level 1.
Level 3 Programmes
Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 2 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at level 2.
Progressing to each level of study
Once you successfully completed your course you may be able to progress to the next level, following a satisfactory interview with a Tutor. If you’ve finished your Level 3 course you will be offered advice and guidance from our Career Advisers on how to apply for a place at University through UCAS, or how to apply for a job or an Apprenticeship.
Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 courses generally last one year; Level 3 courses will usually last for two years.
Work experience is a mandatory element of this programme. Learners will work in live engineering environments such as being a fitter in a factory, a machinist in a machine shop or electrical technician in an industrial environment.
A variety of helpful trips will be made available to you during your time on this course, including, RAF Coningsby, Drax Power Plant, Birmingham NEC, Pegler, Princess of Wales Hospital and Trent Valley Gliding Centre.
University & Further Studies:
- HNC/D Mechanical Engineering
- HNC/D Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- HNC/D Engineering
- BSc Mechanical Engineering
- BSc Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Career Opportunities:
- Electrical engineer
- Wind turbine technician
- Electrical design engineer
- Metalworking production
