Level 3 Welding Course in Shrewsbury. Evening welding classes run at Shrewsbury College, part-time over 30 weeks. That makes it possible to keep working while you study. The course covers advanced welding processes. You can specialise in MIG, TIG, or MMA welding. Fees may be covered by the government if you don't already hold a full Level 3 qualification. Contact the college to find out where you stand.
Who this course is for
Please see our website for details of the course Level 3 C&G Award in Advanced Welding Skills (MIG, TIG or MMA). Shrewsbury Colleges Group gives students greater choices and dedicated subject resources at different campus locations and is proud to offer the largest and most flexible curriculum offer within Shropshire, comprising of A Levels, Vocational Diplomas, Apprenticeships and Higher Education qualifications.
Entry requirements
Please see our website for details
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced technique in at least one of MIG, TIG, or MMA welding processes.
You'll learn to read and interpret welding specifications and symbols.
You'll apply safe working practices in a welding environment.
You'll produce welds to industry-standard quality and tolerances.
You'll inspect and assess your own welds against set criteria.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on welding sessions in the workshop alongside classroom instruction. Assessment is through practical welding tasks where you demonstrate your skills to the required standard. You may also complete written or knowledge-based assessments. The evening format means sessions are structured around working hours, with your progress reviewed throughout the 30 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shrewsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder. Fabricate and join metal components across industries.
Coded welder. Work to certified standards on pipework and pressure vessels.
Fabricator. Combine welding with cutting and shaping metal structures.
Maintenance engineer. Keep industrial plant and equipment operational.
Offshore welder. Specialist welding roles in oil, gas, and marine sectors.
Site welder. Work on construction and infrastructure projects.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 in Welding. Practical, work-based evidence of your welding skills. Useful for demonstrating competence to employers on site.
Coded welding tests (BS EN ISO 9606). Industry certification for specific welding processes and positions. Many employers require these for structural or pressure-vessel work.
Level 4 or HNC Engineering qualifications. A route into supervisory, inspection, or engineering technician roles.
