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Starts

1 Sep 2025

Study mode

Full Time

Campus

Framwellgate Moor Campus

Duration

2 Years

Level

Level 3

Course code

ENGPF3001A01

Fee Information

Standard Fees of £2710.50 for the first year

Advanced Learner Loan Fees of £5421.00

Please note, these prices are for the current academic year and may be subject to change for our courses starting in future years. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see Fees and funding for more information.

Age 16-18

FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).

If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.

Age 19+

If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or connect on live chat (bottom right of your screen).

Student Finance

If you are aged 19 or over and not eligible to get your course free, you could apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from the Student Loans Company to help towards the cost of some, or all, of your fees. If the amount of Advanced Learner Loan available to you is less than the Advanced Learner Loan Fee for your course, you would need to pay the difference. See our Funding Your Study page for more information or visit the Student Loans Company website to find out more.

Course may be subject to change.

This course is aimed for people aged 19 years or over.

This manufacturing course provides the foundation knowledge for a career in mechanical engineering.

You will cover a range of topics such as:

  • Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace
  • Science
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Electrical/Electronic Principles
  • Engineering Maintenance
  • Mechanical Principles
  • Mechanical Workshop Practices

This course is perfect for you if you are a school leaver looking to build a career in engineering.

Entry Criteria

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths

Entry Criteria

You will hold GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths, English and science.

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase basic stationery, such as a pen, pencil, ruler and scientific calculator. Overalls and safety boots will be required for practical workshop sessions.

What are the next steps?

You will be invited to meet the course leader to find out more about the course, and so we can assess your suitability to the course.

Modules Studied

  • Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace
  • Communications for Engineering Technicians
  • Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
  • Engineering Drawing for Technicians
  • Applications of Mechanical Systems and Technology
  • Mechanical Principles

*Modules are subject to change.

Times of Delivery

This course is typically delivered over three days per, from 9am-4pm.

Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching and delivery will be conducted through lecturers, laboratories and practical workshop sessions.

You will be assessed through assignments, phase tests, online tests and practical workshop observations.

Where can it take me?

Engineering technicians £30,680 Potential salary

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Civil engineers £44,200 Potential salary

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Engineering professionals n.e.c. £41,600 Potential salary

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