Engineering BTEC Diploma Level 3
at The Manchester College, MANCHESTER · college
Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail
What the college says
If you’ve got a passion for engineering and would like to extend your knowledge and abilities in certain areas, then this Level 3 Diploma gives you the flexibility to focus on your chosen career or area of interest. For this diploma, you’ll need to study a total of 90 credits, which usually consists of two mandatory units plus optional units that combine to the 90-credit total. There is a wide range of units to choose from, so whether you’re a qualified engineer who’d like to advance into senior technician roles or someone who is still building their industry knowledge, you’ll find options to suit you. You’ll learn a number of essential skills and abilities that will prepare you for employment, with many specific to the areas you choose to study. And you’ll benefit from a number of hands-on practical assignments on this course, aimed specifically at developing your knowledge and understanding of the engineering industry.
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
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
Openshaw Campus
Openshaw Campus Ashton Old Road, Manchester, M11 2WH
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