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Engineering & Manufacturing

at North Kent College, Dartford · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

So you want to be an engineer but want to know more about areas within engineering, then this is the first stepping-stone course before you progress to higher level ones in the future. It is a hands-on introduction with 70% practical in our industry-equipped workshops and 30% theory. You will learn and develop technical hand skills for filing, cutting, drawing related and the use of drilling. Together with electrical and electronic skills. You will already have had academic success in Science, Maths and English as this is a challenging course that requires a good level of maths.

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

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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

  • North Kent College (Gravesend)

    Lower Higham Road, Gravesend, DA12 2JJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Gravesend

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