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Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Chichester – Chichester College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Chichester. Classes run at Chichester College, full-time during the day. This is a two-year programme. You enter in year one via the Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Engineering, then progress to the Extended Diploma in year two. The course covers the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for a career in professional engineering. To start year one, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths, and Science.

Who this course is for

Please Note: The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma is a two-year programme with entry to year one being via the Level 3 National Foundation Diploma.

The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering is a vocationally focussed academic programme designed to give you the right skills, knowledge and attitudes to progress in to an exciting career in professional engineering.

The course covers a range of subjects.

Entry requirements

For entry on to the BTEC National Foundation Diploma (Year One), learners will need to have achieved 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language, Maths and Science.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop core engineering principles including materials, mechanics, and electrical systems.
  • You'll apply mathematical and scientific concepts to engineering problems.
  • You'll learn technical drawing and design methods used in professional engineering.
  • You'll build practical skills through project-based and vocational learning.
  • You'll understand how engineering businesses and industries operate.
  • You'll develop problem-solving approaches used across engineering disciplines.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chichester College, combining theory with practical and project work. Assessment is largely coursework and assignments rather than exams, which is typical of the BTEC format. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across units covering different areas of engineering. Some units may include practical tasks assessed in a workshop or lab setting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chichester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mechanical engineering technician: supports design and manufacture of mechanical systems.
  • Electrical engineering technician: installs and maintains electrical equipment and systems.
  • Manufacturing technician: oversees production processes in engineering environments.
  • Civil engineering technician: assists with infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Maintenance engineer: keeps industrial machinery and equipment running safely.
  • Design engineer: develops technical drawings and product specifications.
  • Aerospace engineering technician: works on aircraft systems and components.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering (Level 4): a natural next step into higher technical education, often available at college or through an apprenticeship.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering (Level 5): extends the HNC and can lead directly into the second or third year of a degree.
  • BEng Engineering Degree: university-level study leading to chartered engineer status over time.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering: combines paid work with degree-level study.
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