Free Level 3 Motorsport Mechanic Course in Nuneaton. Classes run full-time at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus. Entry requirements are four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. This two-year IMI motorsport mechanic qualification covers the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to maintain and repair motorsport vehicles. You'll study vehicle systems, fault diagnosis, and the engineering principles that underpin professional motorsport work. This level 3 motorsport mechanic classes route is delivered during the day.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are 4 GCSE at Grade C/4 or above or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of motorsport vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, and suspension.
You'll learn to diagnose and repair faults across a range of motorsport vehicles.
You'll apply engineering principles to vehicle maintenance tasks.
You'll understand health and safety practices in a motorsport workshop environment.
You'll use specialist tools and equipment correctly and safely.
You'll develop skills in vehicle preparation for competition use.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a combination of classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions. Assessment is through assignments, practical tasks, and written work aligned to the IMI qualification standards. Your progress will be assessed against the requirements of the Diploma throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Motorsport mechanic - servicing and repairing competition vehicles
Vehicle technician - working in automotive workshops and garages
Race team technician - supporting vehicles at circuit and track events
Motorsport engineer - progressing into engineering support roles
Automotive diagnostic technician - fault-finding across vehicle systems
Workshop technician - maintaining vehicles in specialist motorsport facilities
What you could study next
Level 4 or Higher National Certificate in Motorsport Engineering - deepen your technical and engineering knowledge at degree level.
Automotive engineering degree - universities accept this IMI Diploma as a strong foundation for degree-level study.
Motorsport technician apprenticeship - combine further training with paid employment in the industry.
IMI Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - broaden your skills across the wider automotive sector.
