Agricultural Engineering Level 3 1080 Yr1 of 2 (FCFJ)
at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college
What the college says
If you love science, technology, engineering, or information technology, then a career in land-based engineering could be for you. The skills and types of land-based engineering include diagnostics repair and testing, all in the context of diesel and petrol engines, equipment controlled by GPS technology and integrated into environmental information � a fantastic mix of innovation and problem solving. It�s not all about farming either, everything concerned with the upkeep and control of the countryside, forestry, sports grounds and open spaces involves the application of engineering solutions. Once you have completed the Level 3 qualification you will be able to work all over the world in a range of careers maintaining and repairing land-based machinery and technology. Modern agriculture is amazing and if you look more closely you will see things that will truly impress you. No longer is this an industry caught in a technological backwater.
What you need to get on
You will need 5 GCSE�s at level 4 including a minimum of grade 4 in maths and English to start a level 3 Engineering course.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Rodbaston Campus
Rodbaston Campus, Penkridge, ST19 5PH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Penkridge
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