- Course Information
The Applied Professional Engineering courses incorporate exciting opportunities for students to develop their understanding and learning of engineering, in preparation for progression into engineering apprenticeships or continuing to university. The programme allows for a one-year transition programme, studying on a L2 BTEC or L3 Extended Diploma in Mechanical Engineering for two years equivalent to 3 A Levels, which gives learners the opportunity to develop key underpinning skills and knowledge, in fundamental subject areas, such as; Engineering Design, Engineering Mathematics and Computer Aided Design, all taught by industry expert Lecturers.
- Course Code
- LVEDENG
- Attendance Pattern
- Daytime
- Course Level
- Level 3
- Study Mode
- Full Time
- Course Location
- Langdale Road, Leyland
- Age Group
- School Leavers (16-18)
- Course Duration
- 2 years
- Overview
What will I learn?
The Applied Professional Engineering courses incorporate exciting opportunities for students to develop their understanding and learning of engineering, in preparation for progression into engineering industry traineeships. The programme allows for a one year transition programme, which gives learners the opportunity to develop key underpinning skills and knowledge, in fundamental subject area, such as; Engineering Design, Engineering Mathematics and Computer Aided Design, all taught by industry expert Lecturers. In addition to engineering you will also study Maths and English GCSE’s in order to maximise your progression opportunities. An innovative and exciting addition to the Applied Professional study programme is the introduction of a structured work placement package. This will include students participating in real work experience in engineering industry and this will be facilitated by a structured calendar on a day release basis.
What enrichment can I look forward to?
Trips and visits are a key part of the course and you will have the chance to take part in visits to industry, fundraising activities and five-a-side football competitions.
Course Highlights:
A fantastic blend of practical and theory
- Entry Requirements
For our Level 3 Advanced Vocational courses our entry requirements are a minimum of 5x GCSEs at Grade 4, Maths or English Language/Literature at Grade 4 and Grade 3 in the other subjects.
Please note, some courses and subjects will have additional specific entry requirements or require DBS clearance to undertake placements. Information about this can be found in our course leaflet (available to download above), the Apply Portal, and on your offer letter which you will receive after your interview.
- How will I be assessed?
Assessment of student work will include project and assignment written and practical work, with the addition of external examinations.
- Progression Pathway
Successful completion of the one-year transition year, will allow learners the opportunity to progress onto further study on the Professional Applied programme. This incorporates an advanced level of study, once again covering a broad depth of engineering subjects.
- National Careers Service
For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.
