CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP1500.00. Exam Fee: GBP117.00. Material Fee: GBP150.00. Additional costs may apply and concessions may be available. Please click on GO TO COURSE or call 0116 224 2240 or email [email protected] for more information.
Level 2 Motor Vehicle Studies Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers light-vehicle technologies at an intermediate level, building both your technical knowledge and hands-on practical skills. It's a strong foundation if you're heading toward a career in the automotive industry. Motor vehicle studies classes cover areas such as engines, electrical systems, and vehicle maintenance.
Who this course is for
Do you have a passion for cars? Are you Interested in working in the automotive industry? If so, this could be the perfect course for you. Our ABC Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies is designed to develop your motor vehicle knowledge and practical skills across all light-vehicle technologies at an intermediate level. Candidates aged 16-18 will be enrolled on a Vocational Study Programme which will include work experience, an employability programme, and either Functional Skills or GCSE Maths and English (depending on entry qualifications).
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of light-vehicle engine systems and how they work.
You'll learn to inspect, service, and maintain vehicle components.
You'll understand electrical and electronic systems used in modern vehicles.
You'll practise fault diagnosis techniques across key vehicle systems.
You'll study transmission, steering, suspension, and braking systems.
You'll learn about health and safety practices in an automotive workshop.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus. Assessment includes written assignments, practical tasks, and ongoing observation of your skills in the workshop. The course also includes work experience and an employability programme. If you're aged 16 to 18, you'll study alongside either Functional Skills or GCSE Maths as part of a Vocational Study Programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College Abbey Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Motor vehicle technician: service and repair cars in a garage or dealership.
MOT tester: carry out vehicle roadworthiness inspections.
Vehicle parts advisor: identify and supply parts for repairs.
Automotive service advisor: liaise between customers and workshop teams.
Vehicle body repair technician: repair bodywork and panels after damage.
Tyre and exhaust fitter: fit and replace tyres, exhausts, and related parts.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: the next step if you want to work as a qualified technician and take on more complex diagnostic and repair work.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Vehicle Fitting: a work-based route that counts toward professional recognition in the automotive sector.
IMI Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA): an industry assessment that demonstrates your competence to employers once you're working in the trade.
