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BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Keighley for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Engineering Courses in North Yorkshire.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Keighley. Classes run full-time at South Craven School, including sessions in the Eastburn Building, the school's dedicated Engineering, Training and Skills Centre with CAD/CAM facilities and two engineering workshops. This level 3 btec engineering course takes two years to complete and is equivalent to two A Levels. You'll build technical knowledge and practical skills across engineering disciplines, preparing you for employment or further study in the sector. Entry requires GCSE grades 9 to 4 in at least five subjects, including a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Engineering or Product Design and a Grade 4 in GCSE Science or Maths.

Who this course is for

The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering is a vocational course designed for students considering a career in any branch of Engineering. During the course you will gain knowledge and skills which will prepare you for a career, or further study, in the Engineering sector. The BTEC Diploma is equivalent to two A Levels.

Most sessions will be taught in the Eastburn Building - our Engineering, Training and Skills Centre - which hosts CADCAM facilities and two superbly equipped engineering workshops. Although not necessary, a GCSE qualification in Physics would be advantageous due to the demands in some units.

Entry requirements

To enter South Craven Sixth Form students need to have achieved Grade 9-4 at GCSE (A*-C), or Merits in other level 2 qualifications (e.g. BTEC, OCR Nationals), in at least 5 separate subjects including English Lit/English Language or Maths. This is considered to be the minimum entry requirement. Must include Merit in BTEC Level 2 Engineering or Product Design and Grade 4 in GCSE Science / Grade 4 in Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of engineering principles and how they apply across different branches of the sector.
  • You'll use CAD/CAM technology to design and model engineering solutions.
  • You'll work with professional-grade workshop equipment to develop hands-on practical skills.
  • You'll learn to plan, carry out, and evaluate engineering tasks to industry standards.
  • You'll study the materials, processes, and systems used in engineering work.
  • You'll build the technical understanding needed for further study or entry-level engineering roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching, practical workshop sessions, and project-based assignments. Assessment combines internally marked assignments with externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Practical work takes place in the school's engineering workshops and CAD/CAM suite. Your assignments are marked against set criteria, and external assessments are sat at fixed points during the two-year course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Craven School 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. Works on production lines and quality control processes.
  • CAD technician. Produces technical drawings and models using design software.
  • Maintenance engineer. Keeps industrial machinery and equipment running safely.
  • Engineering apprentice. Earns while training toward a skilled engineering role.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering. A Level 4 qualification that deepens technical knowledge and is a common next step toward a degree.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering. Level 5 study, often leading directly into the second or third year of a degree programme.
  • BEng (Hons) in Engineering. A full undergraduate degree for those aiming toward chartered engineer status.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering. Combines paid work with degree-level study.
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