Engineering BTEC
at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, Dartford · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students will study four units to provide them with the practical skills and theoretical principles that are essential for a successful future career in the Engineering sector. All units are set around a vocational context and are delivered through hands on practical application. Students will have access to a fully equipped workshop with up-to-date technologies and advice from specialist technicians. Students are required to provide clear and accurate evidence of their learning for all units and are encouraged to use their own learning styles to produce this evidence using a range of media.
What you need to get on
5+ GCSE 9-4 grades Grade 5 in Mathematics Grade 5-5 Combined Science Merit or above in BTEC Level 2 Engineering
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
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
SIR GEOFFREY LEIGH ACADEMY GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD, DARTFORD, DA1 1QE
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · DARTFORD
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