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NQ ENGINEERING LEVEL 5

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 5
  • Course Type:   Full-time

NQ ENGINEERING LEVEL 5

This course is your gateway to the exciting world of modern engineering.

Start date – Aug 2026

End date –  Jun 2027

SCQF Level -  5

Mode –  Full time  

Duration: 1 year

You’ll gain hands-on experience and practical skills in everything from Mechanical Engineering to Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering. Whether you're interested in designing, building, or fixing things, this course is perfect for anyone who wants to become a skilled craftsman or tradesperson in the engineering field.

You’ll learn the latest techniques and gain real-world experience that will set you up for a successful career in engineering. If you’ve got a passion for problem-solving and working with your hands, this course is the perfect fit for you.

  • What this course includes

    • Engineering workshop skills 
    • Milling 
    • Turning 
    • Sheet metal fabrication 
    • Electrical wiring and installation 
    • Welding 
    • Engineering Drawing 
    • Engineering IT 
    • CAD 
    • Engineering Dimensional Control 
    • Engineering Project based learning 
    • Electrical and Mechanical Principles 
    • Math's for Engineers 

Why choose this course

You should choose this course as it can provide a starting point in your engineering career. 

This course will introduce you to a variety of different engineering disciplines; including mechanical, manufacturing, fabrication and welding, and electrical engineering.

Entry requirements

  • Student must be qualified to at least National 4 in mathematics
  • Mature applicants without the necessary minimum qualifications will be considered on an individual basis

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education: The course can take you onto a level 6 course or potentially right into our HNC in Engineering or HNC Fabrication & Welding. 

    Employment: Engineering apprenticeship or employment in the manufacturing or service sector. 

Interview arrangements

  • Group interview
  • Short Skills Test which will cover basic literacy and numeracy as well as practical skills

If you are a progressing student successful completion of course will be required.

Interview Questions

General Motivation & Background 

  • What made you choose this course? 
  • What do you hope to achieve by the end of this course? 
  • What do you think are the most important qualities for someone working in Engineering industry?

Skills & Learning Preferences 

  • How do you prefer to learn – hands-on, visual, written, or a mix? 
  • What subjects or skills do you feel most confident in? 

Reflection & Commitment 

  • What are you most looking forward to on this course? 
  • What do you think will be the biggest challenge for you?

Fees, finance and funding

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more.

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