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Do you want to pursue a career in engineering? Engineering isn’t all about construction and building sites; it can lead to a career in the medical field or economics – it is a widely diverse profession to choose. Our Level 3 foundation diploma in Engineering allows learners to gain understanding and knowledge across a range of engineering practices.
This qualification enables learners to develop essential knowledge in areas such as engineering principles, design technology, electricity, mechanics, statistics and mathematics.
Successful completion of this qualification will prepare learners for employment in the engineering sector or further learning.
This course is eligible for ELCAS funding.
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Students on our Engineering course can complete a Level 3 (60 credits) OTHM diploma, designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the Engineering industry.
The course is completed online and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible. Each module consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources and self-test tasks.
To complete the course you’ll submit 6 online assignments at each level, and assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with an OTHM diploma and you’ll be able to top up your qualification to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.
During this Engineering course you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, social learning forums and additional materials to complete your diploma with ease. You can find out more about the support you’ll have available on our Student Resources page. You can also read about the academic credentials we meet and associations we’re part of to make sure you have the best learning experience.
The Level 3 course is made up of 6 modules and 6 written assignments. Each module consists of 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings, Internet resources, and self-testing exercises.
The Level 3 foundation diploma in Engineering has 6 modules:
Engineering principles
Design Technology
Electricity
Mechanics
Introducing statistics
Mathematics
The level 3 foundation diploma in engineering has 6 written assignments. The assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
The assignment unit titles that students need to complete for the Level 3 course are:
More information about the level 3 units can be found here: OTHM_L3_Foundation_Diploma_in_Engineering_2021_01.pdf
To enrol in our Level 3 course, you must be at least 16 years old and have a full secondary education.
If you don’t have a full secondary education or the equivalent, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at: 0333 772 1158
Engineering (60 credits): £2,100
Enrol with a £50 deposit and then £85.41 a month for 24 months, interest-free.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
After studying engineering, you can progress into a career as a Mechanical Engineer, designing and developing mechanical systems and products. You might also become a Civil Engineer, focusing on infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, and buildings. Additionally, you could work as an Electrical Engineer, designing and managing electrical systems and equipment.
Upon completing this course, students can progress to a full BA or BSc degree programme at a variety of UK universities, online or on campus.
Some examples include:
Coventry University
Anglia Ruskin University
London Metropolitan University
University of Derby
Middlesex University
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Once you enrol on this Engineering Course, you’ll gain access to our expert tutors. Our friendly team, with years of experience, is always available to offer advice and support. Whether you have a few quick questions about a module or need detailed feedback on your assignments, we are here to assist you.
The Program Leader for this course is Mike Donald, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of hands-on experience in the Business and Finance industry.
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It’s really simple to enrol on our Engineering 60 credits course, it only takes a few moments and you can either enrol online or over the phone, it’s entirely up to you:
No, we like to keep things simple here at Online Business School, so you won’t need to go to an interview to enrol on our Engineering 60 credits course. All you’ll need to do is complete a short application form to make sure you meet the criteria for the course, for example, you must have a full secondary education.
The duration of our diploma in Engineering 60 credits is completely flexible and entirely up to you – we allow 5 years to complete the course, which means you can work at a pace that suits you and your life. You can also study the modules in any order at any time so you have complete control of your learning.
Our Engineering 60 credits course includes some great added extras to help you succeed, from 1-2-1 tutoring support and online learning resources to a FREE laptop and Student Membership card.
You don’t need any previous work experience to enrol on our Level 3 Engineering 60 credits course, however, to meet the criteria to enrol in our Level 3 Engineering 60 credits course, you must be at least 16 years old and have a full secondary education.