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Engineering

Access to Engineering

Campus Midlothian Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 5

Study mode Full time

Start date Multiple available

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Course overview

Access to Engineering is an entry-level course designed to give you the first step toward further study and a career in engineering.

This is a college-devised SCQF level 5 equivalent.

What you will learn

  • Mechanical and Electrical Principles
  • Design and Manufacture
  • Practical Workshop skills

How the course is assessed

  • Portfolio based with some individual unit assessments.

Number of days per week

  • 3 days per week.

Entry requirements

  • There are no formal entry requirements.

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • NC Engineering Systems 
  • NC Higher Electrical Engineering

 

Career options

  • Modern Apprenticeship
  • Technician roles within the Engineering Industry

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Midlothian Campus Full time 26/08/24
Midlothian Campus Full time 20/01/25

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