Start Date: | Duration: | Level: | Study mode: | Course location: | Course Type: |
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September | 1 Year | 1 | Full-Time | City Campus | Full-time Vocational |
What’s it all about?
This course is for people interested in working in the motor vehicle industry or gaining qualifications to support their current job.
To apply for this course you will need at least one GCSE at grade G.
Study level | Cost | Additional fees |
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19+ | please enquire | You will need to provide your own stationery and you will be given the opportunity to take part in trips and visits. |
English and maths are important life skills that will help you to achieve your best in your studies and progress to your dream career. If you have not already achieved grade 9-4 in GCSE maths and/or English at school, we will support you to improve your skills.
Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Days and times of study are subject to change, timetables are confirmed at the start of term.
On this course you will learn the correct procedures for maintenance of vehicles and systems such as the engine, transmission, brakes, steering and electrical circuits.

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What’s next?
This course allows you to progress into a level 2 certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles.
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Why college is different to school

A fresh start
Sometimes you just need a clean break to become the person you were destined to be. Starting college is the perfect opportunity to break free and become that new person!

New people
Our diverse student community means that you will meet lots of new people of different ages, backgrounds and interests, so you can enjoy making lifelong friendships!

Specialist Staff
Most of our lecturers are industry savvy and are experts in teaching 16-18 year olds. They have lots of valuable experience and knowledge to pass onto you.

Independence
College is a more mature and relaxed environment than school and you are treated like an adult. You’ll be on first name terms with your lecturers so no more Sir and Miss! You can also start to make your own decisions.

Free time
Your timetable will be very different to school. You will have a lot more free time to take part in extra-curricular activities, study, or get extra money and work experience with a part-time job.

Different environment
College is a very different learning environment to school. You may even become more inspired and have a new motivation to work towards your future goal in a college environment.

More choice
A college can offer a much wider choice of A-Level subjects, plus vocational courses in lots of different subjects and at different levels.

More opportunities
You will have the opportunity to take part in lots of different activities outside of the classroom to boost your confidence and help you develop your skills and personal qualities.

Specialist facilities
A college can invest in an extensive range of industry-standard facilities to give you the skills and knowledge to prepare for university or employment, and can also offer subjects that need specialist facilities.

We are the College of the Year
(*Top college nationally for BTECs, Pearson 2019).
Why choose Sunderland College?

94.7% of our students progressed to further study, university or employment
(*Based on 16-18 year olds desination data 2016/17 academic year)

Our achievement rates are well above the national average.

We have the widest range of courses in the region.

We have recently invested £50 million in our facilities.
College updates
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Sunderland College welcomes Exchequer Secretary
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Sunderland College student Pru Hubbard has been selected for an elite swimming development programme
April 29, 2022
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College celebrates students’ sporting achievements
Sunderland AFC legend and South Shields FC manager Kevin Phillips was a special guest at ceremony to celebrate students’ sporting achievements
April 20, 2022