Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering at SCQF level 6
Duration: 2 years
Why Study a Foundation Apprenticeship?
Who Can Apply?
The Foundation Apprenticeship (FA) in Engineering is for pupils staying on at school. You can choose this FA which is 2 years’ long as one of your subjects in S5 (or in some cases S4).
Entry Requirements
- Nat 5 Maths and capable of Higher Maths by the end of the FA.
- Good level of written/spoken English (level 5 Literacy or Nat 5 English)
- Committed and flexible
- Able to work with others
- Ability to problem solve
Qualifications Gained
- NC at level 6 in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5 units (3 mandatory and 2 optional units) of SVQ Performing Engineering Operations at SCQF Level 5.
- Work placement/industry challenge.
Participant's viewpoint
I particularly enjoy the practical elements available at Tullos and it is also great preparation for entering the workplace. At the start you might not be sure what you are doing but everything becomes clearer and more enjoyable.
During this course you will learn…
You will study for an NC at level 6 in Mechanical Engineering. You will also study 5 units from SVQ Performing Engineering Operations at SCQF Level 5 as well as attending a work placement or participating in an industry challenge.
Industry Challenge Project
You could work in roles like:
- Aerospace engineer
- Chemical engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Mechanical engineer
- Naval architect
Engineers bring ideas to life. They design, create, test and improve all sorts of products and processes. From James Watt’s steam engine to Andy Scott’s Kelpies, Scotland is great at engineering.
This is a great time to start your engineering career as there’s a huge demand for new talent. UK companies are actively looking to employ people with engineering skills.
Aberdeenshire Council Delivery
This course may be delivered by Aberdeenshire Council Specialist FA Trainers or in conjunction with a local external provider.
Meta-skills
Your Foundation Apprenticeship will also help you to develop core skills valued by employers, particularly:
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Working with others
- Time management
These transferable skills are necessary and highly desirable for working in a range of other related jobs.
To achieve your qualification you will:
Attend class each week
Be committed to learning new things and completing your work within a given timescale
Learn more about meta-skills here
What can I go on to next?
- Employment.
- University or College: you could continue your studies, gaining a Higher National Diploma (HND) or degree in an engineering discipline.
- You could complete a Modern Apprenticeship in Engineering.
- You could gain a Graduate Apprenticeship.
Case Study
How To Apply
Your school will have Foundation Apprenticeships on your course choice form. If it is on the list, tick the right box, after discussing with your Guidance Teacher if necessary.
If you do not see it there, see either your Guidance Teacher or Depute Head to discuss.
