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Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Ellesmere Port

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Ellesmere Port. Classes run at The Whitby High School, full-time over two years.

The course is fully funded. You'll need a Grade 4 or above in GCSE English and Maths to enrol. The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Engineering covers the fundamental skills and knowledge the engineering industry needs. You'll explore design, production, and systems engineering in depth.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Engineering.

Who this course is for

Cambridge Technicals are designed specifically for students aged 16 and over, who have an interest in a particular sector, in this case Engineering. They can be completed alongside other academic or vocational courses, or on their own as a standalone qualification. Our Technicals qualifications in Engineering helps students develop the fundamental skills and knowledge required by the engineering industry. Students also explore design, production or systems engineering in more detail, preparing them for further study, apprenticeship or work in the sector.

Entry requirements

4+ in GCE English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop core engineering principles and technical knowledge.
  • You'll explore design processes used in engineering projects.
  • You'll study production engineering and manufacturing methods.
  • You'll examine systems engineering and how components work together.
  • You'll apply practical problem-solving skills to engineering challenges.
  • You'll build an understanding of materials and their properties.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at The Whitby High School, taught by subject specialists. The Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set assessments. Units are completed over the two years, with work submitted and marked throughout the course as well as at key assessment points.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Whitby High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician, supports engineers across manufacturing or systems roles.
  • Design technician, assists with technical drawings and product development.
  • Production operative, works on manufacturing lines using engineering knowledge.
  • Maintenance technician, keeps machinery and equipment running in industrial settings.
  • Quality control inspector, checks products meet engineering and safety standards.
  • Apprentice engineer, combines on-the-job training with further qualifications.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering, a larger qualification covering more units and carrying more UCAS points for university applications.
  • HNC in Engineering (Level 4), a higher-level qualification for those moving into technical or supervisory roles.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering, combines university study with paid employment in an engineering role.
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