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Full Time
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One Year
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Boston
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September 2025
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Students aged 16–19 with a household income under £45,000 can apply for financial support.
⚠️ Apply by Monday 7th July 2025 to avoid delays to funding and transport support (including Lincolnshire County Council travel passes or taxis) 👉 Apply now
Automotive Technologies (Motor Vehicle) Diploma Level 3
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This Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma builds on the Level 2 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma and equips you with the knowledge of diagnostic procedures for modern vehicles.
What will I do?
The Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma is delivered theory and practical workshops, covering health, safety and good housekeeping, job roles within the automotive industry, materials and fabrication and vehicle system operation diagnostics in the following subjects:
- Light vehicle Engines
- Light vehicle chassis systems
- Light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
- Light vehicle auxiliary electrical systems
- Light vehicle engine overhauls
Delivery of the qualification is supplemented by visits to major industry manufacturers, museums and shows, this helps broaden your perspective of progression opportunities following successful completion of the course.
In addition to your main course you will also study:
- Award in Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Technology
Delivery of the qualification is supplemented by visits to museums and shows, this helps broaden your perspective of progression opportunities following successful completion of the course.
The course is a great mix of both theory and practical, allowing you time in our workshops and classrooms to experience the world of Engineering. You will also develop your skills for employment, looking at different careers and engineering employers.
In addition to your course, you may also need to study either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths, dependent on your GCSE grades.
Entry Qualifications
The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma are completion of a Level 2 Motor Vehicle course (or equivalent) and GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English.
Attendance
The Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma will take you one year to complete. You will attend College for a minimum of three days a week.
Fees
The Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.
Aged 19+.
For those aged 19+, this course will cost £5421.
You may be eligible to study this course for FREE should you be eligible under one of the following criteria:
- Aged 19 or over, and earning less than £25,000
- Aged 19 or over, and currently unemployed and receiving JSA, ESA or Universal Credit
- Aged 19 or over and do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification
Alternatively, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help with your College fees. If you progress to employment you won't have to pay anything back until you’re earning £25,000 per year. Your household income isn't taken into account and there's no credit check. Your eligibility depends on your course, nationality, and age. To find out more contact the College Information Line on 01205 313218.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
How Will I Be Assessed
Successful completion of each unit is achieved by online exams and practical competency assessments.
Where Could It Lead?
Successful completion of the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma allows you to apply for an automotive apprenticeship or continue your studies at university.
Additional costs
Additional costs include purchasing corporate work wear, which includes polo shirts, overalls and safety footwear.
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£47,257
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£31,509
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£19,285
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