Level 6
The assessment strategy is designed to connect topics across levels and encourage student reflection on their development. Aligned with the Institute of Engineering and Technology’s requirements, assessments focus on authentic and verifiable learning outcomes. To balance written exams with practical applications, the programme includes open-book exams, scenario-based questions, lab-linked assessments, and computer-based tests to evaluate software skills in solving engineering problems.
In Year 1, the Engineering Practice 1 module fosters professional attributes through a structured portfolio and presentations. A “passport” system ensures students gain key skills such as workshop techniques, library research, and health and safety awareness, mirroring aspects of an engineering apprenticeship. Other Level 4 modules interconnect content, using progressive assessments like technical tests, design-based exercises, and controlled assessments to reinforce learning.
Duration:
Full Time: 4 Years
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Start Date:
September 2026
Location:
Filton, Bristol
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About this course
The assessment strategy is designed to connect topics across levels and encourage student reflection on their development. Aligned with the Institute of Engineering and Technology’s requirements, assessments focus on authentic and verifiable learning outcomes. To balance written exams with practical applications, the programme includes open-book exams, scenario-based questions, lab-linked assessments, and computer-based tests to evaluate software skills in solving engineering problems.
In Year 1, the Engineering Practice 1 module fosters professional attributes through a structured portfolio and presentations. A “passport” system ensures students gain key skills such as workshop techniques, library research, and health and safety awareness, mirroring aspects of an engineering apprenticeship. Other Level 4 modules interconnect content, using progressive assessments like technical tests, design-based exercises, and controlled assessments to reinforce learning.
Our Facilities
Engineering
Aerospace Skills Academy, Filton
Opening in September 2026, the Aerospace Skills Academy at Airbus, Filton is a brand-new, industry-led campus developed by Weston College Group in partnership with Airbus and leading engineering employers.
Designed to meet the skills demands of the aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing sectors, the Academy offers hands-on learning for engineering apprentices in a real aerospace environment.
Construction
South West Skills Campus, Weston-super-Mare
If not working out with an employer, any on campus practical learning learning will take place at our South West Skills Campus in Weston-super-Mare.
This vibrant environment is home to our state-of-the-art engineering and construction facilities where you'll learn from experienced lecturers in industry standard conditions.
You will benefit from a range of facilities, workshops and laboratories that will allow you to carry out a range of operations, including:
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Electronics
- Material analysis and deformation
- Milling, turning and CNC
- Composites
- Welding
- Fabrication
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We're taking education to a whole new level. By being part of a Career Excellence Hub, all of our study programmes are designed to make you "job ready" when you graduate.
We work with a diverse range of local and national employers to ensure our courses are upgraded with career-boosting benefits.
HOW DOES THIS BENEFIT ME?
- Incredible and inspiring guest lecturers
- Exclusive networking opportunities
- Key focus on skills employers are after
- Course content is signed off by employers to ensure what you're being taught is up to date and relevant to the industry
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