Vehicle Technology (Motor Sport)

Please be aware that all of our Motor Vehicle courses for the North Kent College, Tonbridge campus from September 2022, will be delivered at our Hadlow College campus in our brand new Motor Vehicle workshops.

Get the right qualifications and experience to work in the Motorsport or Vehicle Repair and Maintenance sector. You will study BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsport), which comprises of 9 units. Our specialist staff will support you as you work in the realistic workplace setting of our workshops. This course includes Motorsport specific units, and project work on our own race car, both in the workshop and as support at race events.

Fault diagnosis and repair
Engineering skills for technicians
Engine technology
Electrical and Electronic systems
Motorsport vehicle preparation
Motorsport Engine stripping and rebuilding

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Code

C2H145P

Level

Level 2

Mode

Full Time

Campus

Hadlow

Duration

1 Year

Starting

9/09/2024

Ending

20/06/2025

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What qualification will I gain?

IMI L2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Technology (Motor Sport)
Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade 4 or above in English & Maths, or Level 1 Motor Vehicle
What progression options will I have?

Level 3 Motorsport
What costs are involved?

Tuition Fees: 16-18 - free 19+ - £1650 Exam and Registration Fees (payable by all aged 19 and over): £125 This course may also attract additional costs, for example, kit, uniform or books, that all students will be required to pay. Please contact the College for further details.
How will I be assessed?

Written and practical Assignments

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for our courses depend on the specific requirements of each Education Programme and an individual’s previous experience, which will all be discussed during the interview process. The following list offers a guide as to what you might be expected to achieve to gain entry on to a particular level of a course.

Please note in some areas where there is a higher maths, English or science content, or where technical skills are required, the entry requirements are higher than stated below. Applicants are advised of entry requirements for individual courses at their interview and this is checked at enrolment.

Interview processes and any pre-interview tasks will vary dependent on curriculum area; this information will be shared with you once your application has been processed.

Entry Level 3 Programmes

No formal entry qualifications but subject to approval from the Curriculum area and Additional Learning Support team.
Level 1 Programmes

GCSEs grades1-2 or E to G or equivalent, including Foundation Awards and Entry Level qualifications. If you don’t have formal qualifications to meet these requirements, we will be able to assess your readiness during the admission process.
Level 2 Programmes

Minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 3 (previously D) or above including maths and English and relevant subject qualification or minimum of a full Level 1 course in chosen subject at Merit or above and English and maths at Level 1.
Level 3 Programmes

Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including maths and English and relevant subject qualification or minimum of a full Level 2 course in chosen subject at Merit or above and English and maths at Level 2.
Progressing to each Level of study

On successful completion of your qualifications and having met the college behaviour and attendance expectations, you may be able to progress on to another course. If not, the college will arrange a Careers guidance meeting with you to discuss alternative options.

Events and open days

We run various events and open days throughout the year to get you geared up for college.

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Vehicle Technology (Motor Sport)

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