Course code
2C8-003
Location
Southgate Campus
Length of course
1 year full time
Course Overview
This course is for young people aged 16 – 18 (or to 24 with an EHCP). It is ideal for learners who need to retake their Maths and English GCSEs and who want to be able to progress onto a Level 2 Engineering Course the following year.
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
You will be expected to have a minimum grade 2 in English and Maths or demonstrate, through assessment, a standard of literacy and numeracy suitable for a GCSE qualification.
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What this course covers
You will spend four days a week at Barnet and Southgate College studying a range of subjects. You will be studying for a Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies. This consists of 10 units, 4 of which will help develop organisation and study skills; and 6 sector units (these will include 3 Engineering Units plus ICT units and Business Units)
You will also study GCSE English and Maths and you will have a weekly tutorial with your own personal tutor, along with a work experience placement.
You will complete assessments throughout the year and complete end of year exams.
GCSE Maths; GCSE English; BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies (Pass/Merit or Distinction grades)
Fees and funding
You only need to provide basic equipment such as pens, paper, folders, calculators etc. We will supply the rest.
Progression
On successful completion of the course, you will be able to progress onto Level 2 Engineering or other Level 2 courses within the college.
Modules

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