Free Level 3 Motorsport Mechanic Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run full-time at West Suffolk College, five days a week during the day, over one year. You'll need a Level 2 Automotive Engineering qualification, plus Grade 4 in both English and Maths, to apply. There's also an interview and aptitude test as part of the entry process. The course covers the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to work as an automotive technician in motorsport, performance road cars, and the retail motor industry. You'll get hands-on experience with live track days and the latest automotive technology.
Who this course is for
[widgetkit id="281"]If you are an enthusiastic motorsport fan who wants to develop your knowledge and understanding of the requirements of an automotive technician within the motorsport, performance road cars and/or retail motor industries, this is the course for you.This course offers you some amazing experiences and explorations into the subject, from experiencing live track days to seeing the latest automotive technology.Team West Suffolk College competes in the City Car Cup/Student Motorsport Challenge, as a student on this course, you will have the opportunity build/maintain the Toyota Aygo racing car and to work track side in the pit-lane at each championship race.You'll undertake practical tasks in our workshops equipped with industry-standard tools and equipment, on a range of vehicles from road vehicles to high-performance motorsport cars. You'll develop your knowledge and skills across a variety of specialist areas to prepare you for further studies and kickstart your chosen career in the Motorsport industries.While learning how to work effectively and safely, you will improve your employability through the enhancement of your communication, numeracy and information technology abilities.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of the Level 2 Automotive Engineering course plus Grade 4 English and Grade 4 MathematicsPlease note: you will be required to complete a successful interview (including aptitude test).
What you will learn
You'll develop technical knowledge of motorsport and performance vehicle systems.
You'll carry out maintenance and repair work on motorsport vehicles.
You'll inspect and diagnose faults in automotive systems.
You'll work with the latest automotive technology used in motorsport and performance cars.
You'll apply health and safety practices in a workshop environment.
You'll gain experience of live motorsport environments, including track days.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at West Suffolk College. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks, assignments, and written work set by the IMI. Your progress is assessed throughout the year rather than through a single end exam. The entry process includes an interview and aptitude test before the course begins.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Suffolk College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Motorsport technician: maintain and repair competition vehicles
Automotive technician: service and repair cars in a garage or dealership
Performance vehicle technician: specialist work on high-performance road cars
Race team mechanic: support a team at motorsport events
Vehicle diagnostics technician: fault-find using diagnostic equipment
Workshop technician: hands-on role in a motor trade workshop
What you could study next
Level 4 or higher automotive engineering qualifications: deepen technical expertise for senior technician or engineering roles.
IMI Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Vehicle Fitting: adds a work-based NVQ route recognised for further trade progression.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering: a college-based step toward degree-level study or engineering roles in motorsport and manufacturing.
