Free Access to HE Engineering Course in Milton Keynes

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyLASER

About this course

Free Access to HE Engineering Course in Milton Keynes. Classes run at Milton Keynes College Chaffron Way Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to HE engineering qualification is designed for adults who want to progress to university without traditional A-levels. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study engineering principles alongside the academic skills universities expect. It is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for engineering and related degree programmes.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of core engineering principles and their practical applications.
  • You'll study mathematics relevant to engineering at degree-entry level.
  • You'll explore physical science concepts including mechanics and materials.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for university study.
  • You'll practise analysing and solving technical problems.
  • You'll learn how to present and communicate technical information clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the campus. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, written work, and projects completed throughout the year. Your work is graded using a Pass, Merit, and Distinction system. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense. Instead, your portfolio of assessed work across the year determines your final grade and the UCAS tariff points you receive.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Milton Keynes College Chaffron Way Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician, supporting design and technical teams
  • Technical support analyst, applying engineering knowledge in industry
  • Laboratory technician, working in testing or research environments
  • Manufacturing operative, progressing toward supervisory roles
  • CAD technician, producing technical drawings and designs
  • Graduate engineer (after completing a degree), working across sectors

What you could study next

  • BEng or MEng in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering. The natural next step after this Diploma for most learners.
  • BEng Engineering Technology. A broader degree route if you want flexibility across engineering disciplines.
  • Foundation Year in Engineering. Some universities offer this as an additional supported entry point before the full degree.
  • HNC in Engineering (Level 4). An alternative if you want to build further technical skills before committing to a full degree.

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