The serious technical route into engineering. This two-year Level 3 specialises in mechatronics, where mechanical, electrical and electronic systems come together, exactly the skills modern industry needs. You'll spend four days a week in college and one day in a real workplace, so you build genuine experience. Carries UCAS points, with a direct route to university at UCDon or into an apprenticeship.
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Mechatronics is where mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering come together, the systems behind modern automated machinery and manufacturing. This T Level covers a broad 17-unit core, from engineering principles, maths and science to CAD, materials, mechanical and electrical systems, and how modern manufacturing works, then a standalone occupational specialism in Mechatronics.
The part that sets a T Level apart is the real workplace experience: one day a week in industry across the two years, applying what you learn on the job. It is demanding, with real theory and maths alongside the hands-on work. You finish with UCAS points and a direct route to university at UCDon, or into an engineering apprenticeship.
Written assignments, research projects, and case studies that let you explore topics in depth.
Hands-on tasks and practical demonstrations in realistic working environments.
Formal examinations to test your knowledge and understanding under timed conditions.
Mechanical engineers undertake research, design and development, direct the manufacture and manage the operation and maintenance of engines, machines, vehicle and ships’ structures, building services and other mechanical items.
Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of professional engineering functions.
Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of technical support functions.
Engineering project managers and project engineers schedule, manage and oversee engineering projects for quality of work, timeliness and completion within budget, plan, design and specify materials and equipment for the […]
Electrical bays, welding kit, an on-site garage, CAD/CNC machinery and your own workspace, plus one day a week in a real workplace.
Engineering Workshops and Garage
Electrical bays, welding kit, CAD/CNC machinery and an on-site garage, with your own workspace.
A Day a Week in Industry
Real workplace experience across both years, applying your skills on the job.
Progression to University at UCDon
UCAS points and a direct route to engineering degrees, or an apprenticeship.
Student Voice
I’ve developed plenty of practical skills on this course that have helped me at work, especially through hands-on assignments. It’s been a good experience so far, and I’m looking forward to progressing to Level 3 and continuing to succeed in my workplace.
Our tutors bring real industry experience into the classroom. They teach what's actually used in the world of work, and students consistently say this is what makes the course work.
These qualifications lead to real jobs. Our courses are built around the skills that employers are actually hiring for — locally and nationally.
See career optionsThese are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listLevel
Level 3
Duration
2 Years
Study Mode
Full-Time
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Entry
Grade 5 English, Grade 6 Maths, plus 3 GCSEs at Grade 4+ incl. science
Assessment
Coursework + Practical Assessment + Exams
Age
16+
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