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Engineering

Course Code: ECL, ECL1
  • Level: 3
  • Qualification: BTEC
  • Course type: Part-time
  • Duration: Two years
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: Tuesdays, 9.00am - 8.00pm

What's it all about?

If you’re thinking of retraining in engineering, widening your current skill set or gaining some formal qualifications that acknowledge the competencies you have acquired by working in industry, this part-time course will develop a range of skills and techniques that are essential for a successful engineering careers. Y In addition to some key engineering principles, the course will also offer insight into electrical/electronic and mechanical disciplines, for example electrical machines and maintenance of mechanical systems.

This two-year course is the equivalent of two A Levels and could be combined with other BTEC Nationals, A Levels, or other non-qualification elements to support progression to specific job roles or to higher education courses in engineering.

Course information

We welcome applications from those with GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above in maths and English. We will also consider applications from those who have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Engineering or other similar qualifications. Students who do not meet the entry requirements will be considered on an individual basis.

Assessment is a mix of internal and external assignments, and two external exams.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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