Level 3 Engineering Course in Scarborough for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Scarborough Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Sixth Form College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover a broad mix of practical and theoretical engineering, including Mathematics for Engineers, Mechanical Engineering Principles, Electrical and Electronic Principles, Materials Science, and Computer Aided Design. The course develops problem-solving skills used across engineering industries and supports entry into apprenticeships or higher education in engineering. You'll need three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade 5 in Maths. Check the college website for current entry requirements.

Who this course is for

More details about studying Engineering at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/engineering-single-double?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]

Entry requirements

Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of mechanical engineering and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll develop mathematical skills relevant to engineering problems.
  • You'll explore electrical and electronic principles used in engineering systems.
  • You'll examine materials science and how material properties affect design and manufacture.
  • You'll use Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools to create and develop engineering designs.
  • You'll apply problem-solving skills to complex, realistic engineering scenarios.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the engineering workplace, both locally and nationally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop activity and classroom-based theory. Assessment combines projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, alongside written exams. Units are designed to give you hands-on experience of engineering alongside the underpinning knowledge employers and universities expect.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician. Supports engineers across mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing settings.
  • CAD technician. Produces technical drawings and designs using CAD software.
  • Manufacturing operative. Works in production and assembly environments.
  • Maintenance engineer. Keeps machinery and equipment running in industrial settings.
  • Electrical engineering assistant. Supports electrical installation and systems work.
  • Product design assistant. Helps develop and test new products through the design process.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering. A Level 4 qualification that takes your engineering knowledge further and is widely accepted for engineering technician roles.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering. Combines paid work with a full engineering degree at Level 6.
  • A Level Maths or Physics. Strengthens your application for engineering degrees if you want to study at university.
  • Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship. Apply your skills in a paid workplace setting while working toward a recognised engineering qualification.

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