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BTEC Engineering - Extended Cert.

at William De Ferrers School, Chelmsford · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A BTEC National Award is a practical, work-related course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. You focus on a particular subject area and develop a range of specialist skills and knowledge. It is equivalent to one A level studied over 2 years which means when you have finished the course you can use it to get a job, or you can use it alongside other qualifications to go into Higher Education.

What you need to get on

You will need to have ideally at least a grade 5 or above in a GCSE Design & Technology subject and recommended 5 grade or above in Physics and Grade 5 in Mathematics.

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

  • William de Ferrers Academy Sixth Form

    Trinity Square, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5JU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · South Woodham Ferrers

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