EAL Diploma (SCQF Level 7) Modern Apprenticeship
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time., You are released from work to attend classes on campus or at a learning centre for a set period.
Course type: Modern Apprenticeship
Start in: August; September
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre., You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.
Duration: Modern Apprenticeship: 4 years
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable., You are supported, monitored and assessed in a workplace.
What is special about this course?
Modern Apprenticeships (MAs) offer anyone over the age of 16 the chance to earn while you learn. They are an exciting way of gaining a recognised qualification that will help to start your career without having to study full time.
This EAL Diploma is designed to support the development of apprentices working in a wide range of engineering and manufacturing settings in roles such as:
- Machinist
- Welder
- Fabricators
- Production Technician
- Maintenance Engineer
- Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
- Rail Engineers
- Electrical and Mechanical Fitters
Developing the knowledge in manufacture, process and fabricating engineering environments, you'll apply the required skills to fit, repair, replace, design and model engineering assets and components.
You will work with experienced colleagues in the workplace on real projects while putting into practice what you learn from our dedicated lecturers at our Linkwood Technology Centre.
This course will provide future engineers with specific Trade Training as specified by the Engineering Sector Skills Council, ensuring that you will be highly qualified and skilled.
You have to be in employment to undertake a Modern Apprenticeship undertaking tasks relevant to the programme units.
PVG Scheme membership will be subject to the employer requirements.
Year 1: NC in Engineering Practice
Studying 2 days per week at Linkwood Technology Centre. Units include:
Engineering Workshop Skills
Maths
CAD
Materials
Project Management
Communication and Applying Information Technology
Years 1 and 2: SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations
Work based. Mandatory units include:
Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering
Plus 5 optional units chosen in line with the apprentices tasks in the workplace.
Years 2 to 4: EAL Diploma in either Manufacturing and Fabrication or Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance
Work based. Mandatory units include:
Performing core engineering activities
Developing meta skills
Understanding the importance of environmental good practise and sustainability
Plus 4 optional units chosen in line with the apprentices tasks in the workplace.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Work based
- Block release
This course is work based where you will train towards a nationally recognised qualification while working as an employee, with support from UHI Moray.
- 1st year: 2 days per week on campus. You will be assessed in the workplace by a qualified assessor. You will also be required to upload evidence to an online portfolio.
- 2nd year – 4th year: Fully work based. You will be assessed in the workplace by a qualified assessor. You will also be required to upload evidence to an online portfolio.
You will be supported throughout the apprenticeship programme by our Training Co-ordinator.
How long will my course last?
4 Years- 1st year: 2 days a week on campus plus on site assessment
- 2nd year - 4th year: on site assessment
- Technology Centre
Start date
August/September
Fees
In most cases course fees will be covered for 16 - 19 year olds provided they are in employment. Funding may also be available for ages 20 - 24 and 25+ in certain sectors.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
What can I do on completion of my course?
On successful completion of this Modern Apprenticeship you will be a fully qualified engineer and have the opportunity to progress your career in the workplace
You may have the option to progress onto further study such as an Engineering Graduate Apprenticeship or Engineering degree.
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Moray. UHI Moray operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.