Engineering Pathway
Our region is embarking on a significant investment in the engineering and renewables industry, meaning thousands of well-paid jobs in engineering and related sectors will be created in the area by 2030!
This development will not only require the need to recruit engineers, but it will also create a variety of specialist roles, including medical professionals, food supply experts, health and safety personnel, administrative staff, as well as finance and accounting professionals.
Franklin and leading apprenticeship provider CATCH have teamed up to offer you a specialised programme to support you on your journey to becoming an engineer of the future.
If you see yourself designing the future and tackling real-world challenges within one of the most rapidly growing industries in our region, then our innovative engineering pathways are perfect for you.
Engineering Pathways at Franklin
Franklin’s options provide Level 2 – a one year study programme and Level 3 – a two year programme, where you'll gain the academic knowledge, hands-on skills, recognised qualifications, and the confidence you need to set you on the path to a range of incredible apprenticeships, degrees, and careers within the engineering sector.
As a student on our Level 2 pathway, you will study the academic theory with Franklin while developing valuable, practical experience through our leading apprenticeship provider and partner, CATCH. Here you’ll build your engineering skills through a series of exciting hands-on, certificated courses, focused on key areas of engineering.
The progression opportunities in this industry are vast, whether you’re interested in working as an engineer offshore or onshore, or in one of the supporting roles in the sector. There’s no better place than Franklin Sixth Form College, the only Ofsted OUTSTANDING sixth form college in the region.
Explore the incredible courses available on these pathways and choose your perfect combination today!
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Level 2 Engineering Pathway
If you are looking to take your first steps into engineering and you need to retake GCSE Maths, English, or Science, this level 2 academic engineering pathway is a perfect starting point. The programme is proudly delivered in conjunction with leading apprenticeship provider CATCH.
Courses
You will study Level 2 applied science course alongside your GCSE courses whilst developing fantastic, practical hands-on experiences with our leading apprenticeship provider and partner, CATCH.
Your personalised study programme will help prepare you for your next steps and is a perfect start whether you’re looking to pursue a future as an engineering apprentice, need a little extra time in the classroom before working in industry or want to combine academic classroom learning with hands-on skills development.
You’ll complete English, Maths and Science (as needed) at Franklin. Attend site visits and undertake engineering training at CATCH, where you’ll complete a range of industry-standard qualifications and gain specialist hands-on experience:
- Pipework/Flange Management, including state-of-the-art simulator training
- Introduction to Welding
- Introduction to Process
- Basic Electrical Awareness
- Basic Mechanical Awareness
Alongside this, you will also complete a specially developed employability programme with Franklin's fantastic Centre for Professional Development and partners, which will set you on the best path to impress and secure placement and employment with leading apprenticeship providers and employers for your future in engineering.
Don't miss out, start your journey with Franklin today and APPLY NOW!
Level 3 Engineering Pathway
Whether you’re looking to begin your college journey at Level 3 for a future in engineering or, looking to progress after completing Franklin’s Level 2 Engineering pathway, your options are many.
At Franklin, we take pride in supporting our students based on their individual aims and aspirations. Our programmes are designed to put you on the path to achieving your career goals and aspirations, regardless of your starting point and end goal.
Our Level 3 Engineering Pathway is developed with local employers to ensure students receive the most relevant training and qualifications to support the growth of the engineers of the future. Our courses open doors to an exciting range of careers, from mechanics, electronics, renewals, energy, to aviation and beyond, and will develop your skills in the design, development, manufacturing, and maintenance of engineering products and systems.
You’ll also gain real-world industry insights through visits to local engineering employers such as, but not limited to HETA, RWE and CATCH, where you’ll complete a range of projects, experiences and hands-on training. Whatever you want to specialise in, our incredible team will ensure you are well-prepared for your next steps, whether you choose to progress on to university or an apprenticeship.
Explore the incredible courses on this pathway at Franklin and APPLY for your perfect combination today:
Courses
- Level 3 Engineering (CTEC)
- A Level Maths
- A Level Further Maths
- A Level Physics
- A Level Chemistry
- A Level Computer Science
- A Level Biology
- A Level Geography
- BTEC Business
Depending on your aspirations, your choices of courses may vary, and it’s always best to do your research!
These are some of the course options you may choose to select at Franklin to support a fantastic future in engineering.
Our ENTRY CRITERIA varies for our Level 3 courses and can mean a slightly different offer, but we will support you in choosing the best combination.
Possible Career Paths
- Electrical / Electronic Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Civil Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Aerospace Engineer
- Energy Engineer
If you’re still not sure what you want to study with Franklin, explore our amazing range of OVER 70 COURSES, which can be combined to create the perfect study programme for you.
