BTEC L3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering
at Sunderland College, Sunderland · college
What the college says
This course has been designed for people who are looking for a career in engineering, an Engineering apprenticeship, or who would like to progress to studying engineering within Higher Education. The course is equivalent to a single A-Level and will be studied alongside other subjects,.
What you need to get on
You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 5-9, including English and Maths.
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
Hartlepool Sixth Form
Brinkburn Blakelock Road, Hartlepool, TS25 5PF
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Hartlepool
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