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Free Level 2 Motorsport Mechanic Course in Chichester

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Motorsport Mechanic Course in Chichester. Classes run at Chichester College, full-time during the day. This one-year course covers the maintenance, repair, building, and testing of motorsport vehicles across a range of racing disciplines. You'll work with single seaters, saloon cars, rally cars, and more, developing the practical and technical skills that motorsport employers look for. To join, you'll need an IMI Level 1 Diploma in Automotive Maintenance or an equivalent Level 1 vocational technical qualification.

Who this course is for

Do you have a keen interest in Motorsport, good practical skills and want to work at the forefront of engineering technology? Then this course is for you. As a Motorsport Technician you could be working in the maintenance & repair, building and testing of motorsport vehicles in a range of racing divisions. Whether you want to be working on single seaters, saloon cars, rally cars, drag racing or bike racing, this cutting-edge programme is exciting and rewarding with a strong vocational focus.

Outside the curriculum you also have the opportunities to get involved with a small Motorsport team gaining real life experience at the track. Also many of our links can also provide other work experience opportunities.

Entry requirements

This is a progressive course where you will require the following:

  • Successful completion of the IMI Level 1 Diploma in Automotive Maintenance (Intro to Motorsport) or equivalent Level 1 Vocational Technical qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll carry out maintenance and repair on motorsport vehicles.
  • You'll learn how to build and prepare vehicles for competition use.
  • You'll develop skills in vehicle testing and fault diagnosis.
  • You'll study the engineering principles behind motorsport vehicle systems.
  • You'll work across different racing disciplines, from single seaters to rally cars.
  • You'll apply health and safety practices in a workshop environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop setting, supported by classroom sessions covering motorsport engineering theory. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work, in line with the IMI qualification requirements. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.

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

  • Motorsport technician. Maintaining and repairing competition vehicles.
  • Race team mechanic. Preparing vehicles for track and circuit events.
  • Automotive technician. Servicing and repairing road vehicles in a garage.
  • Vehicle preparation technician. Building and setting up cars for racing.
  • Rally car mechanic. Working on vehicles for off-road and stage rally events.
  • Workshop technician. Supporting engineering teams in motorsport or automotive settings.

What you could study next

  • IMI Level 3 Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The natural next step, taking your skills to a higher technical level and opening doors to senior technician roles.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Motorsport Engineering. Broadens your knowledge of motorsport engineering systems and design.
  • Apprenticeship in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering. Combines paid work with further study toward a recognised qualification.
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