LEVEL 3 APPRENTICESHIP IN MARINE ENGINEERING-APPLY NOW

Level 3 Apprenticeship in Marine Engineering (136YMAWA)

Description: Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Marine Engineering

Location: Solent Marine Academy Boathouse 4, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Start Date: 01/08/2022 End Date: 31/07/2024

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Who is the programme for?

This Level 3 Apprenticeship is for students taking steps into the world of Marine Engineering. 

Apprenticeships are a great way of earning and learning at the same time. This apprenticeship has two elements for learning a Technical element and an NVQ element. 

What does the programme include?

This programme is delivered in two parts. These units have been chosen to meet the needs of employers. 

Thefirst part instils a broad base of practical and academic knowledge of Marine Engineering. This is taught to students in five core units which include; A Boat Building Project, Mathematics, Mechanical Principles,Electrical/Electronic Principles, Health & Safety and Communications.

Students will be taught an additional four units which include Computer Aided Design (CAD), Business, Welding and Electrical Installation.

Practical elements will include Boatbuilding, Engine Maintenance, Joinery & Carpentry, Rigging and GRP/Composites Engineering.

To make this course meaningful, we are also keen that all apprentices experience boating and sailing. 

What attendance is required?

This Apprenticeship takes two years to complete. Apprentices will need to attend College on a day release(Two day per week) basis over the course of the Apprenticeship.

Learning and assessment

You will be assessed throughout the two-year programme by way of assessments, projects and assignments.

What qualifications will be achieved?

You will achieve a BTEC Level 3 120 Credit Diploma in Engineering, a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Marine Engineering, Functional Skills (if applicable) in Literacy, Mathematics and ICT and also training on Employers Rights and Responsibilities. Upon completion of all of these elements you will receive the Apprenticeship Framework Certificate.

What is required to join the programme?

You will need 4 GCSEs at grades A*-C including Maths and English, or relevant experience.

What can be achieved after the programme?

Upon completion of the Apprenticeship you will have the option to progress to Higher Education or into employment.

Costs and payment

2015/16 Fees: Students aged 16-18: Fully Funded - no fees are payable. Students aged 19+: Co funded with the employer and there will an employer fee of £995 plus the relevant exam and registration fee.

2016/2017 Fees: TBC

How to apply

Individuals: You can apply online at: www.highbury.ac.uk or by calling (023) 9238 3131 and speaking to a member of the Information, Advice and Guidance team Employers: email: employers@highbury.ac.uk or call (023) 9238 3131. For an informal chat or you would like to visit our new facility please contact Boathouse 4 on 02392 328754. Additional information can be found on the Facebook page 

www.facebook.com/solentmarineacademy

Accommodation

The Student Welfare Team at Highbury College can help you with your accommodation needs. Students studying at Highbury College have the option of residing in Highbury's Hall of Residence, the Tower, or with a Host Family. For more information please contact the Student Welfare Team on (023) 9232 8961 or email us at accommodation@highbury.ac.uk.

Further information

Please phone the College's Information, Advice and Guidance team on (023) 9238 3131 if you want to apply for this course or require additional information or advice about your career options. Additional information can be found on the College website at www.highbury.ac.uk.

The College reserves the right to terminate any course where there are insufficient enrolments or attending students to justify running the course.