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Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Diploma Level 3

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Would you like to develop the skills you’ll need to work on modern, 21st century automotive vehicles and enjoy an exciting, challenging and successful career in this industry? If you said yes, then this Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles is the ideal course to continue your journey. Building on the knowledge and understanding you’ve learnt on a previous Level 2 course, this diploma will help you advance your abilities even further and focus your skills on more specialist areas. Working both in the classroom and through practical workshop sessions, you’ll explore a range of engine management systems and component faults, dissect electrical auxiliary equipment and component faults, and learn how to repair issues with a chassis. You’ll also further your experience and awareness of health and safety in the workshop and around the office, and develop a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities in each department of a dealership or garage. This will help you apply for a number of different positions in the future and engage effectively with prospective employers.

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

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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