Engineering

EAL Diploma , Level 2
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What Our Students Say

“The tutors here, they are really interactive and they’re always there, even outside of lessons whenever you need something, we don’t go around calling everyone Sir or Miss, second names – we use first names for everything and there’s a more relaxed and friendly communication between the tutors and the students.”

Harry

“The tutors here, they are really interactive and they’re always there, even outside of lessons whenever you need something, we don’t go around calling everyone Sir or Miss, second names – we use first names for everything and there’s a more relaxed and friendly communication between the tutors and the students.”

Harry

“Before I came to Leeds City College, I was in school, I was in such a bad way at school, skiving lessons all the time, teachers always on my case, getting kicked out numerous times almost. So I applied for here just hoping to get on a course, I got accepted – it was entry Level 3. Dave was my tutor and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better as a tutor, because he just helped me. He helped me with every regard, with Maths and English, workshop work, the theory side of the workshop work – telling me how everything is and showing me what’s what.”

Harrison

Did you know!

  • English and maths will be built into your course if your grades are below 4.
  • There are 2,239 jobs in the engineering technician, electrical engineering and engineering sector in Leeds, this means the sector has increased by 0.9% compared with 2018. (EMSI, 2019).

Course Information

Introduction

Kick start your engineering career with this programme. You will study a selection of core topics including health and safety, environmental awareness, and engineering principles. You will have the opportunity to choose from three specified skills pathways; maintenance, machining or fabrication and welding each with specific units tailored towards an engineering skills pathway.

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Who is this course for?

If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the first steps towards your career in engineering these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

Benefits and skills

  • Apply engineering principles to your work.
  • Gain an awareness of the impact of engineering on the environment.
  • Develop skills in using both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines
  • Understand electrical and mechanical engineering and maintenance.

Entry requirements

GCSEs English and maths at grade 3 and preferably a grade 3 in a science based subject.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Progression may include a level 3 qualification*, an apprenticeship, or relevant employment.

*Progression to T Level Engineering would be possible with an appropriate grade profile from level 2 Qualification

Course details

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: 14/09/2026
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 71452-01

Employment Statistics

  • Engineering technicians

    Average Salary
    £39,520

  • Engineering project managers and project engineers

    Average Salary
    £46,280

  • Civil engineers

    Average Salary
    £46,280

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