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Free Level 3 BTEC Manufacturing Engineering Course in Peterborough – Peterborough College

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) Course in Peterborough. Classes run at Peterborough College, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel btec extended diploma in advanced manufacturing engineering qualification is part of the Air and Defence College and is designed for those aiming to work in RAF, Army Air Corps, Fleet Air Arm, or civilian defence engineering roles. You'll combine practical and theory sessions, including three hours of personal training each week. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including English, Maths, and Science. The course runs over 36 weeks.

Who this course is for

This course as part of Peterborough Colleges Air and Defence College is an amazing opportunity to pursue a career with the RAF within the Engineering pathway in job roles such as a ground or aircraft-based engineering. This programme is also suitable for those looking to enter the Army Air Corps Fleet Air Arm or civilian defence sector. You will take part in a blend of practical and theory activities with a range of assessment methods including three hours per week of personal training to develop your physical fitness. These activities will ensure you are well equipped to pass RAF basic recruit training and as a student of the Air and Defence College you will be guaranteed a place (subject to entry criteria).

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English Mathematics and Science. An Engineering L2 qualification is acceptable in lieu of science but must be at a Merit or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop technical knowledge in advanced manufacturing engineering principles.
  • You'll study ground-based and aircraft-based engineering systems and processes.
  • You'll apply practical engineering skills through hands-on activities.
  • You'll build understanding of defence sector engineering environments.
  • You'll develop personal fitness and discipline through weekly personal training sessions.
  • You'll analyse engineering problems and apply theoretical knowledge to solve them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of practical workshop sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment methods vary across units and include assignments, projects, and practical tasks. Three hours per week are dedicated to personal training as part of the programme. Classes are delivered full-time during the day at Peterborough College.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Aircraft engineer: maintenance and repair of military or civilian aircraft
  • Ground engineer: servicing aircraft systems on the ground
  • RAF engineering technician: technical support across RAF engineering roles
  • Army Air Corps engineer: engineering support for army aviation
  • Fleet Air Arm engineer: naval aviation engineering and maintenance
  • Civilian defence sector engineer: engineering roles in defence manufacturing
  • Manufacturing engineering technician: production and process support in manufacturing

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma opens routes into higher-level study and apprenticeships. You could progress to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering, or a degree-level apprenticeship in aerospace or defence engineering. Some learners go on to a BEng in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering at university. RAF and defence employers may also offer structured training programmes that build on this qualification.

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