Highlighted Courses
Creative Metal Art Beginners’ Course
This course gives you a good grounding in welding, with a focus on creating artistic products from scrap metal. You’ll gain practical training, main...
Basic Vehicle Maintenance (Female Only) Beginners’ Course
Aimed at females who may feel more confident in a session with other female drivers, this course teaches you everything you need to know about vehicle...
Engineering Academic Route BTEC Foundation/Extended Diploma Level 3
Build advanced engineering skills with this programme. You will study engineering in an academic context. You will learn about engineering product des...
About the School
The School of Engineering gears up the next generation of engineers, with passionate experts developing students’ practical skills. The school focuses on covering multiple aspects of each specialism, health and safety knowledge, as well as engineering principles, giving students an advantage over competitors.
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Facilities
Our engineering department facilities are second-to-none, and help you gain industry-standard skills. These include motor vehicle mechanics, body & panel paint repair, electrical installation, mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, and fabrication and welding.
APPRENTICESHIPS AND PROGRESSION
Here at Leeds City College, we’re keen to encourage our students to progress.
We offer diverse engineering apprenticeship courses – and should you wish to move on to an apprenticeship during your time at the School of Engineering, we can help you take that step.
FAQs
What courses do you offer?
We offer lots of exciting automotive and engineering courses including: Accident Repair Principles, Electrical Installation (Building & Structures), Engineering, Engineering (Mechanical & Electrical), Engineering Academic Route, Engineering Technology, Introduction to Engineering, Fabrication and Welding Engineering Technology, Light Vehicle Fitting Principles, Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles, Mechanical Maintenance – Light Vehicle, and Vehicle Accident Repair Multi-Skill.
What are the progression routes from these courses?
Progression routes are available from Level 1 to Level 3 within the School of Engineering. University Centre Leeds also offers HNCs and HNDs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering as a further progression route for Level 3 students.
Does my child need to wear steel toe capped boots?
For practical lessons all students from the School of Engineering will need to have safety boots and coveralls which they will need to purchase themselves, any other relevant equipment will be provided.
Does the college offer any financial support for students?
Yes, students can apply for the college bursary which can pay for travel passes, college meals and trips. Students with children can also gain support with childcare to support their studies.
Which campus is the School of Engineering based at?
We are based at Printworks Campus.
Safeguarding
We are committed to making sure all students and staff are protected from harm. All staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection and our dedicated safeguarding team is on hand for advice and support. Don’t stay silent, we are here for you.
Meet the team
Mitch Scott
Head of Engineering
Matthew Coggins
Deputy Head of Engineering
Gary Campbell
Programme Manager
Wayne Lucas
Programme Manager,BTEC Engineering
Paul Robertson
Programme Manager, Engineering
Paul Courtney
Programme Manager, Electrical Installation
Katherine Ireland
Programme Manager (Pastoral & Progression)
Andy Rayner
Electrical Installation
Davy Hannah
Teacher, Engineering
Stephanie Siviter
Maths & English TeacherSocial Media
Locations
This school can be found at the following locations:
Departments
This school is home to the following departments:
Facts
There are 2,626 vehicle technician, mechanic and electrician jobs in Leeds, this means the sector has increased by 2% compared with 2018. (EMSI, 2019).
By 2024, the vehicle technician, mechanic and electrician labour market in Leeds is predicted to grow by 5.3%. (EMSI, 2019). Students gain both practical and theoretical knowledge and can put their theory into practice in cutting-edge garages.
Staff Focus
Mitch Scott
Apprenticeships
Vehicle Accident Repair (Paint) Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will help you develop skills and knowledge when dealing with accident repairs and has a focus on paint refinishing.
Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship Level 3
This programme is designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge and competence required to work at operator, semi-skilled, craft or technician le...
Vehicle Accident Repair (Body) Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will help you to develop skills and knowledge when dealing with accident repairs and has a focus on body repair.
