Mode of Study

Part-time

Start Date

19th Aug 2024, 35 weeks

Location

Riverside Campus

Cost

£ 0

Overview

Are you in S4-S6 and interested in a career in Engineering or Shipbuilding but unsure where to start? Why not join us on a bespoke NPA programme designed to give you an insight into the Fabrication and Welding sector while working towards a Level 5 National Progression Award?

This programme, delivered over one academic year will:-

• Raise awareness of shipbuilding and the careers you can have within this sector#.
• Provide work-based learning offer with taster sessions and work experience opportunities directly with BAE Systems.
• Embed contextualised learning to enhance outcomes in relevant subject areas.
• Provide work-based learning projects to develop meta-skills. 

Attendance Pattern

Tuesday and Thursday 09:00 – 16:00.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Must be working towards or hold 5 National 4s including English, Maths (Applications of Maths will be accepted), Science or Technical Subject.

Places on this programme will be offered following an interview. 

Additional selection requirements

• You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area

What you study

• Engineering Project.
• Fabrication Processes.
• Health and Safety: Engineering.
• Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding Skills.
• Mathematics: Craft 1.
• Ship Construction Skills.
• Understanding Industry.

After the course

Careers

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be guaranteed an interview for one of BAE Systems' Steelwork Apprenticeship roles starting in August 2025.

Continuing Study

Graduates can progress directly onto Mechanical Engineering Programmes at City of Glasgow College upon completion of this course.

Teaching

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