Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Engineering
at The Windsor Forest Colleges Group, Berkshire · college
What the college says
This qualification has been designed as a one-year, full-time course that supports progression to an apprenticeship in engineering or to a second year of study at Level 3. Resulting in an Extended DIploma in Engineering, which will earn UCAs points. The qualification is equivalent in size to 1.5 A levels and aims to introduce study of the engineering sector. Engineering covers a broad variety of roles and has a focus on a broad range of engineering specialist areas. This course will give the learner opportunity during practice in developing employability skills such as cognitive and problem-solving, intrapersonal and interpersonal skills.
What you need to get on
Entry requirements for the course are a minimum of three GCSEs at grade 4 or above 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
Slough and Langley College
Station Road Langley, Slough, SL3 8BY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Slough
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