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Overview
This course gives you the skills you need to study Mechanical Engineering at an advanced level at college or university. You'll study Higher level Maths and Physics, as well as introductory units in Mechanical Engineering.
The Access to Engineering course is intended for mature students returning to education with the aspiration of studying at degree level.
The course covers a range of metaskills and theoretical subjects such as Communication, ICT, Statics, Dynamics and Thermofluids. In addition, you'll complete a practical Engineering workshop skills unit. So if you're looking to change your career direction and need a course to provide you with the entry qualifications to a Higher Education programme, this course could be for you.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Minimum entry requirements
- Three National 5 qualifications at Grade B or above including English, Mathematics and a Science subject; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
What you study
You'll study:
- Higher Maths and Higher Physics modules.
- Mechanical Engineering units such as Thermofluids, Statics and Strength of Materials, Dynamics, Engineering Mathematics and CAD.
- Core and practical skills in Communication, ICT and Engineering workshop skills.
After the course
After further study, including completion of an engineering degree, you can expect to enter a Graduate Engineer level position.
Continuing Study
This course is delivered in partnership with SWAP (Scottish Wider Access Programme) ensuring that you are prepared for articulating to Higher education. Successful completion of this course allows you to apply to various university undergraduate engineering programs including the Strathclyde University Engineering Academy.
You may also progress to the HND Mechanical Engineering programme at City of Glasgow College.
How the course is taught
The course is taught on a full-time basis 20 hours per week at our Riverside Campus.