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Engineering (Diploma/AAQ)

Samuel Ward Sixth Form

Chalkstone Way, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 0LD

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Samuel Ward Sixth Form
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Application Instructions

While we have passed our January application deadline, we do invite late/further applications or expressions of interest (contact us using - sixthform@samuelward.co.uk).

Course Summary

Engineering is all about problem solving. Engineers use science, maths (and a lot of creative thinking) to design, create and test machines, structures and processes. Engineers problem solves, to come up with innovative solutions to issues, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges, such as climate change, poverty, cyber security problems and ill health. There are lots of different types of engineering including civil, mechanical, electrical and chemical. The different areas are interconnected, meaning you could draw on several types of engineering in a future role.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN:

▶ Problem solving?

▶ Do you see opportunities to enhance everyday items and products?

▶ Can you envision ways to make spaces, products, or systems more sustainable?

▶ Are you intrigued by how things are made?

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This course has a combination of Non-examined assessment (NEA) components and examinations.

Entry requirements

Students will need to meet the entry requirements of their chosen pathway:

Pathway 1: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (including English Language and Maths) for an A-level study programme

Pathway 2: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (aiming for a 5 in English Language and Maths) to study two A-level subjects and one Level 3 Diploma/AAQ

Pathway 3: Five or more GCSE grades 4-9 (resitting English Language or Maths if needed) to study one A-level and two Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs or three Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs

Additional entry requirements for this course:

None

Your next steps...

Students can go on to university courses, apprenticeships or employment in engineering, product design, architecture, interior design, graphic design, 3D design, fashion & textile design art, and many others.

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