BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering

You will need 5 GCSEs at grades 4–9, including Maths at Grade 5-9.

Students are taught through a combination of structured lessons, interactive workshops, and project-based learning. Assessment is a blend of external examinations and internally assessed coursework.

Each internally assessed unit includes three assignments, externally verified to ensure national standards. Some units culminate in externally set exams or controlled assessments.

GCSE Maths and English are vital stepping stones for your academic and professional journey. Achieving a good grade in these subjects not only fulfils most college entry requirements but also equips you with essential skills critical in almost every field. Whether you're calculating percentages in business, crafting compelling arguments, or simply managing daily tasks, these core subjects enhance your problem-solving and communication abilities, setting a solid foundation for your future studies and career success. Start your college course with confidence by securing these key qualifications before you enrol.

Students undertake at least 30 hours of work placement. This may be completed through a traditional one-week placement or through live industry-linked projects that mirror real-world scenario.

At Hartlepool Sixth Form College our commitment to your future goes beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to providing you with real-world experiences and industry insights that will prepare you not just to enter, but to excel in your chosen field. Here’s how we connect you with the industry:

• Placement Opportunities: Dive into your future career with our hands-on placement opportunities. These are not just work experiences, but gateways to potential employment and invaluable learning. They’re a core part of our courses, offering you a chance to apply academic theories in real-world scenarios.
• Networking Events: Build your professional network early. Our placement and careers fairs are your chance to meet and impress potential employers. These events are designed to help you forge significant industry connections that can enhance your career prospects. Attend talks, engage in discussions, and explore apprenticeship opportunities with employers who are eager to meet fresh talent.
• Expert Insights: Stay ahead of the curve with talks from specialist speakers. These industry leaders share the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field, giving you the inside track on what to expect and how to thrive. We work closely with a wide range of engineering companies across the Tees Valley region. These partnerships ensure that our students benefit from industry-informed teaching, live projects, guest speakers, and the latest sector development.
• Skills Competitions: Showcase your abilities in our exciting skills competitions. Held throughout the academic year, these competitions are not just about winning – they are about learning, growing, and pushing your limits. They offer a fun, competitive environment to enhance what you learn in class and develop essential industry skills.

This course equips students with broad, foundational knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines. It develops essential skills in problem-solving, technical understanding, and teamwork—building a strong platform for careers in engineering or further academic study.

You will study a range of modules as part of this course, including:

- Engineering Principles
- Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team
- Engineering Product Design and Manufacture
- Applied Commercial and Quality Principles in Engineering
- A specialist engineering project
- Microcontroller Systems for Engineers
- Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
- Further Engineering Mathematics
- Computer Aided Design in Engineering
- Electrical Machines
- Electrical Power Distribution and Transmission
- Mechanical Behaviour of Metallic Materials
- Mechanical Behaviour of Non
- Metallic Materials
- Mechanical Measurement and Inspection Technology
- Computer Aided Manufacturing and Planning