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Course Summary

The Level 3 Diploma provides you with an understanding and practical experience of specialist engineering technologies and principles. You will build on your knowledge of engineering achieved either through completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification or through demonstrating at interview that you have the capabilities for direct entry.

As part of this course you will study in Boston College's Institute of Technology, providing higher level technical education using specialised equipment.

What else do I need to know?

You will study both the theoretical and practical aspects of Engineering including:

  • Engineering Principles
  • Product Design
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
  • Electronic Devices and Circuits

As well as a range of units that will give you an overview of engineering skills.

You will also continue your studies towards either a Functional Skills or GCSE qualification in English and Maths, as well as developing your skills for employment, looking at different careers and the opportunities available.

You will have the opportunity to visit a number of engineering and educational establishments to enhance your learning and experience the different careers and environments available in the engineering industry.

In addition to your course, you may also study either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.

The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Engineering Extended Diploma are five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (Old GCSE grade C or above) including English, Maths and related subjects (or equivalent) or Merit or above at Level 2 in relevant subject.
The Engineering Extended Diploma will take you two years to complete. You will attend College for at least three days a week.

This course is free if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.

If you are aged 19+, this course will cost: £8583.

Fee remission may also be available depending on your personal circumstances. For further information, please contact the Registry Department on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk, or visit our Financial Support & Funding page.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

You will be assessed through exams, practical assessments and written assignments.
Successful completion of the course would allow you to progress to the Extended Diploma in Engineering for the second year, and then on to university/higher education study, local/national/international employment.
Additional costs include purchasing corporate work wear, which includes polo shirts, overalls and safety footwear.

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