Space Engineering (Advanced A Level Programme)

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This innovative two-year course, the only one of its kind in the UK, is for young people interested in Maths and Physics who wish to study an exciting programme leading to Higher Education and employment opportunities in engineering, physics and mathematics. You will study for one day per week at the National Space Centre in Leicester and the remainder of the week at Loughborough College. The course offers a combination of academic and vocational qualifications equivalent to four A-Levels. It provides the opportunity to gain academic physics and mathematics A-Levels alongside a level 3 engineering course which will develop your team work, problem solving, project management, workshop and employment-related skills. Course Content AS and A-Level Maths AS and A-Level Physics BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering including: Mechanical, electrical and electronic principles and applications, Engineering design, including CAD, Materials, systems and applications, Maths for Engineering The course will be set in the context of 'Space' and will be delivered through a combination of formal classes, practicals, workshops and project work. Assessment will take place through external examinations for the A-Levels and course work assignments for the BTEC. Unique features of this programme include: Classes at the National Space Centre and Loughborough College Masterclasses led by experts from the space industry Industry trips, visits and speakers Work experience Summer school

Course information

Name: Space Engineering (Advanced A Level Programme) Qualification title: Diploma in Engineering (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment NULL Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20140417 10:46:46 Updated 20140417 10:46:46

Entry requirements

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Provider

Loughborough College
Further Education
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01509 515461
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Address

Radmoor Road Town: Loughborough County:Leicestershire

Learning aims

Title: Diploma in Engineering (QCF) Qualification: Diploma in Engineering (QCF) Classification: Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

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