BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate/Diploma Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Motorsport)
Key Facts
Level: 3
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 2 Years
Course Code: MV3FTP005C0
Start Date: September 2026
Awarding Body: Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)
Code: MV3FTP005C0
Please note, course costs shown are per year.
Please Note: This programme is provisionally full for 26/27.
Applications for September 2027 will open in October
Applications for September 2027 will open in October
This course covers the technical needs of the motorsport industry, providing essential knowledge for competition maintenance and repair technicians.
You will work with and develop a competition-specification car for the area and be involved with stripping and rebuilding race engines, scrutineering, data logging, porting, polishing, and much more.
As part of the course, we will provide overalls, safety boots and safety
glasses.
There is a course fee of £50 for all learning materials, including
E-books.
Features and Benefits
This course will give you an exciting opportunity to work with and develop a competition specification car for the area and be involved with stripping and rebuilding race engines, scrutineering, data logging, porting, polishing, and much more.
The course also offers
- Industry-standard workshops
- Expert teaching staff
- Various trips and visits
- Guest speakers
Course Content
The course covers:
- Diagnosis and rectification of engine and component faults
- Operation of vehicle chassis systems
- Light vehicle suspension, steering, and braking systems
- Function and operation of vehicle petrol injection systems
- Operation and maintenance of light vehicle transmission systems
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including Maths, English Language and Science.
Stephenson’s College, located on Thornborough Road in Coalville (LE67 3TN), will host the BTEC Motorsport provision from 1st August 2025.
Progression Opportunities
Industrial placement opportunities with motorsport teams which can lead to full time employment or entry into the automotive sector.
You may choose to enter an apprenticeship or full time employment at a higher level or progress on to a degree-level course.
Why choose Stephenson?
State of the Art Facilities
The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction, Electrical Installation and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care
Fantastic Opportunities
Specialises in providing high-quality Apprenticeship opportunities for students from across the country
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