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Engineering

Pathways

Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities

Develop the knowledge and skills that are valued by employers in a way that isn't confined to the workshop.

Enhance your practical skills, learn how to problem-solve, and get to grips with state-of-the-art technology and machinery.

Career Prospects

There are a variety of jobs and career paths you can explore as part of your Engineering course. Many of our students have gone on to do roles such as:

  • Civil Engineer
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Safety Engineer
  • Chemical Engineer.

When studying with us you will be able to explore your options with our dedicated Industry Liaison Officer, who will empower you to get experience in relevant skills and careers. 

Our facilities are industry-standard and you will be able to hone your skills in our specialist Engineering workshops whilst getting to grips with cutting-edge machinery and CAD software.

All equipment that you learn with is standard of the Engineering industry and will give you a great head-start in your future education and work placements.

We are currently offering a T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing.

T Levels are a Level 3 qualification designed to give you a head start toward the future you want.

They follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A Levels.

The 2-year T Level qualification brings classroom and work placements together on a course designed with employers and businesses.

You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement to give you the skills and knowledge employers are looking for.

Your T Level will help you to step straight into your chosen career, an apprenticeship or a degree.

Career Prospects

Example: Engineering technicians

 Annual pay
£24,440 - £58,760
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.

Across the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 15% over the period to 2027, adding 12,870 jobs. In the same period, 49% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 41,904 job openings.

Role description

Engineering technicians perform a variety of technical support functions to assist engineers with the design, development, operation, installation and maintenance of engineering systems and constructions.

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Are you?

16-18

Entry requirements

Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.

You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.

Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.

Please see our Group entry requirements

What's next?

Step 1 - Apply

Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway

Step 2 - Interview

We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.

At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.

Courses at Canterbury College

If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:

Need more help?

Our advice and guidance team can be contacted to help you understand your next steps at College.

Courses at Canterbury College

If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:

Contact us

We'd love to hear from you

New Dover Road
Canterbury, Kent
CT1 3AJ

Telephone:
01227 811111