Level 3 AAQ in Engineering

Course Code: Q274197

Key Information

Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
Sixth Form Campus
Start Date:
08 Sept 2025
Duration:
2 years
Attendance:
Full-time

Fees:

Free

Selection of gears and shafts in engineering workshop

This course is designed to develop your understanding of the maths and scientific principles of engineering.

You will also learn about how engineering impacts the environment, both in the negative effects, and how engineering can be applied for positive effects.

Mandatory units:

Principles of engineering
Materials science and technology
Engineering in practice.

Optional units may include:

Computer aided design (CAD)
Programmable electronics
Mechanical product design
Computer aided manufacture (CAM)
Electrical devices and circuits.

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This course can be combined with additional A Levels or a Sixth Form vocational course.

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language and grade 6 in maths, with double 5 or better in science.

You will have two lessons per week - one morning and one afternoon.

This course is assessed by two externally assessed units. Exams are 1 hour 15 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes in length, the remaining units are assessed by controlled assessments/NEA.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

You could progress to a degree or apprenticeship in engineering.