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Engineering BTEC National Extended Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college

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Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This Level 3 two-year course is suitable for school-leavers and adults who are interested in progressing to higher education, employment or an apprenticeship in mechanical engineering. Mechanical engineers contribute to shaping our everyday lives by influencing the design, manufacture and human interaction of everyday products from mobile phones to commercial aircraft. On this course, you will develop and hone a broad range of skills required to be a successful engineer in many engineering sectors. Our team have experience ranging from undertaking cutting edge research in academia to being the Managing Director of a manufacturing engineering company.

What you need to get on

You will need GCSE grade 5 or above for maths and English language as well as 3 other GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above. You will also need Merit or above for Level 2 BTEC First Extended Certificate in Engineering. All students will also be required to attend and satisfactorily complete a formal induction period.

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

  • Longbridge Campus

    South and City College Birmingham 1 Longbridge Lane, Northfield, B31 2AJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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