Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Rosedale College, full-time during the day. This two-year course is designed for students who have completed their GCSEs and want to develop a strong engineering qualification at Level 3. You'll study engineering principles, design, and applied technical skills through classroom-based learning. Entry requires a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 4 in English and Maths, and grade 5 in Science.
Who this course is for
Pupils age 16 that have completed their GCSEs. Please see our full post 16 course prospectus from our website: https://www.therosedalehewensacademytrust.co.uk/
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and Mathematics; and Grade 5 in Science.
What you will learn
You'll explore core engineering principles and how they apply to real technical problems.
You'll develop skills in engineering design and planning.
You'll study materials, their properties, and how they're used in engineering contexts.
You'll learn how to analyse and solve engineering challenges systematically.
You'll build technical knowledge that supports further study or entry-level engineering work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rosedale College. The OCR Cambridge Advanced National is assessed through a combination of coursework and externally assessed components. You'll complete assignments and projects that apply your knowledge to engineering tasks, alongside formal assessments set by OCR.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rosedale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Engineering technician: support engineers across manufacturing or construction projects.
Maintenance technician: keep machinery and equipment running in industrial settings.
CAD technician: produce technical drawings and designs using computer software.
Production operative (technical): work in manufacturing with a solid engineering background.
Apprentice engineer: combine on-the-job training with further technical study.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering: a broader qualification if you want to deepen your technical knowledge before entering work or higher education.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering (Level 4): the next step toward a degree-level engineering qualification, recognised by universities and employers.
Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering: combine university study with paid work in an engineering role.
