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Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Welwyn Garden City

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Welwyn Garden City. Classes run at Oaklands College Welwyn Garden City Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers a broad range of engineering topics. You'll study both theory and practical skills across the sector. Units include engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and design. The course runs over 36 weeks. To join, you'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English. A full Level 2 with a merit profile and grades 4 or above in English and maths is also accepted.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Engineering.

Who this course is for

This is a broad-base engineering course which covers many areas within the large Engineering sector. It is suitable for students who wish to progress to Higher Education or for those who wish to enter directly into employment. It combines substantial theoretical learning alongside an opportunity to develop practical work-related skills. You will undertake the L3 National Foundation Diploma in the first year with the option to progress onto the L3 Extended Diploma in the second year.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 including maths and English or a full Level 2 with a merit profile and grades 9 - 4 in English & maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core engineering principles and theory.
  • You'll develop practical, work-related engineering skills.
  • You'll explore materials and their properties.
  • You'll learn about manufacturing processes and techniques.
  • You'll study engineering design and problem-solving.
  • You'll gain knowledge applicable across the engineering sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment is through assignments and project-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work over the course. Learning combines theory with applied, work-related activities.

What you will need to bring

Oaklands College Welwyn Garden City Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician, supports engineers in design, testing, or maintenance.
  • Manufacturing operative, works on production lines or in fabrication.
  • Technical support assistant, provides practical support in an engineering environment.
  • Apprentice engineer, combines work and further study toward a skilled engineering role.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering, the natural next step from this course, available at the same college.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Engineering, a step into higher-level technical study.
  • Higher National Diploma (Level 5) in Engineering, leads toward degree-level engineering roles.
  • Engineering degree (Level 6), for those aiming at chartered or graduate engineer status.
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