Engineering
Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering (SCP)
Campus Midlothian Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Part time
Start date
Aug 2026
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Course overview
This course is for pupils in their final two years of high school. It is intended to be studied alongside your high school subjects.
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering is your first step towards an exciting career in engineering. The course will develop your skills and knowledge of the engineering industry. You will learn both the theoretical and practical aspects of engineering. This will give you an insight into the engineering workplace and allow you to gain hands-on experience.
You will attend College for three afternoons a week. The two-year course will award you a National Certificate in Engineering (SVQF Level 6) and the Foundation Apprenticeship Certificate, which includes additional PEO qualifications. (Performing Engineering Operations).
What you will learn
Year 1
- Mathematics: Technician 1 (F3HX12)
- Engineering: Applying Information Technology (F5D412)
- Engineering Systems (F5FN12)
- Plant Maintenance Practice (F5J311)
- Graphical Engineering Communication (F5JG12)
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics (F5K211)
- Engineering Workshop Skills (F5WA11)
- Mechanical Engineering Principles (F6X712)
Year 2
- Communication (F3GB12)
- Electrical Principles (F5HL12)
- Electrical Testing and Measurement (F5HN12)
- Thermofluids (F5JE12)
- Engineering Materials (F5KD12)
- Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering (FR0T04)
- Using and Interpreting Engineering Data and Documentation (HE9C04)
- Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety Requirements (HE9D04)
Placement information
- You will gain industry-related work experience within a realistic working environment
How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed in each unit as you progress through the course
Number of days per week
- Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons
- Time: 1.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Entry requirements
- Grade A-C in National 5 Mathematics and Physics, or a science-related subject
- Applicants should be studying Higher Mathematics in S5
- Applicants must have an interest in persuing a career in the Engineering Sector
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- Conditional offers will be made to candidates who hope to achieve the National 5 entry requirements in S4, plan to study Higher Maths in S5 and submit a good personal statement. Offers will be reviewed when exam results are received in August.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Engineering Systems at SVQF level 7 at Edinburgh College
- Further study at a university level
- Modern or Graduate Apprenticeship
Career options
- Mechanical or electrical engineering
- Engineering systems
- Renewable energies
- Power transmission and distribution
- Oil and gas
- Construction and energy management
- Emerging technologies
- Marine engineering
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Campus | Part time | 18/08/26 |
