Engineering
Engineering and Green Skills
STUDYING ENGINEERING & GREEN SKILLS AT WESTON COLLEGE
If you’re a creative problem-solver and looking for an exciting career, engineering will satisfy your curiosity and give you the challenge you crave. As an engineer, your future could be in an office, a laboratory, an oil rig in the middle of the ocean, or even in outer space.
As an engineer you can have a direct and positive impact on the planet. Green skills are engineers who are environmentally-conscious, you could be working on energy efficiency, renewable energy, electric vehicles, conservation, sustainability, waste reduction all with the aim to help with the impact of climate change.
Our programmes focus on giving you hands-on, practical experience and a sound understanding of the theory and principles behind everything you do. You’ll join a group of curious and creative minds to spend time researching, designing, building and testing new technologies and products.
With an average starting salary of £26,536– higher than most graduate careers – and a shortage of engineers in the UK, there’s never been a better time to kick-start your engineering career. The engineering sector is hugely diverse with dozens of different disciplines and sectors, so there’s a wide range of roles.
Whether it’s your dream to work for a larger international firm such as GKN, Airbus, Rolls Royce or you’d prefer to make a difference in a regional or smaller company, you’re sure to find a good match for you.
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We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success. We work with a range of employer partners and have several industry accreditations. These are all important factors in ensuring your study programme with us makes you job ready.
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Did you know? We work with a range of employer partners and offer apprenticeships with leading companies in the South West. We are also the national winners of the 2022 AAC Awards named as the Engineering and Manufacturing Apprenticeship Provider of the Year.
What do engineering learners experience at Weston College:
- A curriculum developed in partnership with employers - ensuring you have the right skills for progression in the workplace
- Exposure to employers throughout your journey – making sure you are aware of all the many opportunities that studying Engineering can bring and the potential career opportunities available to you
- A key focus on the sustainability and green skills needed for the future – so we will raise your awareness and build the specialists required for the sector
- Immersive experiences such as sustainability learner conferences, real world challenges judged by employers, guest speakers and industry visits
- Access to world class facilities and lecturers with current industry experience – utilisation of Industry Insights to enable upskilling in the sector
- New opportunities – Degree Apprentices taking part in Hydrogen Bootcamps and apprentices supported to have international placements
- Supportive teaching staff who are committed to ensuring you develop the right knowledge, skills and behaviours for the workplace but also the development of the ‘softer skills’ needed for the sector
So, what are you waiting for? Come join us at Weston College and get ready to engineer the future!
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Engineering Fitter, Apprenticeship
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Engineering Operative, Apprenticeship
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Engineering Technologies, EAL Diploma
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Forge a rewarding career in engineering with an apprenticeship that combines paid employment with specialist training. You'll develop the practical welding skills, technical knowledge, and industry-recognised qualifications needed to work across construction, manufacturing, aerospace, marine, and many other engineering sectors. Course Overview...
Click HereBuild the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to begin a career in engineering. This hands-on course provides a solid foundation for progression to apprenticeships, Level 3 study, or entry-level roles in the engineering sector. Course Overview Across this one-year, workshop-focused programme, you’ll learn the core engineering pra...
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Click HereHelp shape the future of engineering with this specialist apprenticeship in advanced composite materials. You'll earn while you learn, developing the technical skills and industry experience needed to manufacture high-performance components used in sectors including aerospace, automotive, marine, renewable energy, and motorsport. Course Overvi...
Click HereDevelop the technical skills to manufacture, improve, and maintain the products that power modern life. Combining classroom learning with a substantial industry placement, this T Level prepares you for higher education, apprenticeships, or a career in advanced manufacturing and engineering. Course Overview This two-year T Level combines techn...
Click HereDevelop the technical skills to manufacture, improve, and maintain the products that power modern life. Combining classroom learning with a substantial industry placement, this T Level prepares you for higher education, apprenticeships, or a career in advanced manufacturing and engineering. Course Overview This two-year T Level combines techn...
Click HereLaunch your engineering career by learning to assemble, install, and maintain the machinery and components that keep modern industry running. You'll gain valuable workplace experience while developing the practical skills and technical knowledge employers are looking for. Course Overview The Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship combines paid empl...
Click HereLaunch your engineering career with an apprenticeship that combines paid employment with practical training. You'll develop the technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and workplace experience needed to become a valued member of an engineering team while building the foundations for future progression. Course Overview The Engineering Operative A...
Click HereDevelop the advanced technical skills employers are looking for while earning a wage in a real engineering role. This apprenticeship combines specialist college training with practical workplace experience, preparing you for a highly skilled career across a wide range of engineering industries. Course Overview The Engineering Technician Appren...
Click HereDevelop the advanced technical skills employers are looking for while earning a wage in a real engineering role. This apprenticeship combines specialist college training with practical workplace experience, preparing you for a highly skilled career across a wide range of engineering industries. Course Overview The Engineering Technician Appren...
Click HereDevelop advanced engineering skills in machining, fabrication, welding, and CNC manufacturing while gaining the practical experience employers value. This Level 3 diploma prepares you for apprenticeships, higher education, or a career in modern engineering. Course Overview Delivered at our South West Skills Campus, the Level 3 Engineering Tech...
Click HereLaunch your engineering career with a Machining Technician Apprenticeship, where you'll earn while you learn and develop the precision engineering skills used to manufacture high-quality components for industries including aerospace, manufacturing, energy, and advanced engineering. Course Overview This apprenticeship combines paid employment w...
Click HereTrain for a career in one of the most in-demand engineering trades. As a plate welder apprentice, you’ll develop specialist welding skills while earning a wage and gaining valuable experience working on real engineering projects. Course Overview This apprenticeship trains you to weld thick plate materials to high technical standards. You’l...
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You will benefit from a range of facilities, workshops and laboratories that will allow you to carry out a range of operations, including:
- Aerospace, including tornado jet engine with subsonic wind tunnel
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Electronics
- Material analysis and deformation
- Milling, turning and CNC
- Composites
- Welding
- Fabrication
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<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Last week we hosted a successful Fast Track Engineering Interview Event at our South West Skills Campus. The event provided an excellent platform for students to directly engage with leading employers in the engineering industry actively seeking new talent. </p><p>From Level 2 to degree apprenticeships, the event offered a variety of opportunities, providing students a gateway to prestigious positions within the region's most impressive companies. Learners were given exclusive access to renowned employers, without the need for a formal CV, only required to have a passion for engineering. </p><p>The event offered face-to-face interactions between students and key decision-makers, creating meaningful connections and opening doors to promising career paths within the engineering sector. Notable participating employers included Bristol Airport, Rotamec, Bristol Port Company, among others, highlighting the number of opportunities available to attendees. </p><p>If you missed out on this fantastic event, you can still browse our Apprenticeships page <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/apprenticeships/vacancies ">here</a> to find your dream career.</p><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>If you are passionate about education and are looking for an opportunity to join the staff team at a leading college, then look at the latest job vacancies available at Weston College </strong><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/jobs?utm_source=main-menu&utm_medium=main-…;. You can find all the latest job opportunities that Weston College has to offer, with a commitment to providing quality education for learners and a focus on continuous professional development for staff, Weston College is an excellent place to work and grow in your career.</strong> </p>
<p><strong>Earn while you learn, at global engineering organisation, GKN Aerospace.</strong></p>
<p>We have teamed up with GKN Aerospace to offer 23 vacancies, with roles including:</p>
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<li>Aerospace Engineer Degree Apprentice</li>
<li>Engineering Production Apprentice</li>
<li>Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice</li>
<li>Engineering Technical Support Technician Apprentice.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/apprenticeships-gkn#weston-paragraph-ec-form">… YOUR APPLICATION HERE</a></p>
<p>GKN Aerospace design, manufacture and service systems and components for manufacturers around the world. This opportunity will give you the chance to not only gain a qualification but also get experience from some of the best engineers in the country.</p>
<p>This exclusive apprenticeship programme starts in September 2024 and will allow you to be in paid employment from as young as 16 year old, whilst also studying towards one of three professional and recognised engineering qualifications.</p>
<p>As a GKN Apprentice your time will be split between the real-world production facilities (Filton) or Western Approach (Bristol) and Weston College’s engineering campus on Locking Road (Weston-super-Mare). </p>
<p>It's easy to apply, fill in the form below and we will be in touch to discuss your application, answer any questions and support you with your next steps.</p>
<p><strong>The closing date for applications is 23rd February 2024, which will be followed by an initial assessment for successful candidates. </strong></p>
<p>Weston College is delighted to announce its partnership with <a href="https://rotamec.com/">Rotamec</a> as a Career Excellence Hub endorser for engineering, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing exceptional learning opportunities for its learners.</p>
<p>Through this partnership, Rotamec will play a pivotal role in co-designing the engineering training provision, creating an inspiring learning experience, and equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in the business and wider industry.</p>
<p>Paul Pearce, Sales & Operations Director of Rotamec, said: "Our partnership with Weston College is paramount to the continued success, growth and sustainability of our engineering business. We work closely with Weston College at every juncture, ensuring we provide the best learning opportunities and facilities for all students. Our shared vision is to create an environment where students can learn, develop and enhance our core engineering skills, securing the future of our industry."</p>
<p>Andrew Webster, Education Sector Manager – Further Education & Skills at The Careers & Enterprise Company, said: “The team at Weston College don’t just work on one off projects about careers and the world of work, they work strategically, embedding information and examples about careers into so much of what they do. All of this means their young people are as well prepared as possible to take on the future.”</p>
<p>Sir Paul Phillips, Principal and Chief Executive of Weston College Group, added: “At Weston College, our mission statement is ‘creating brighter futures’ and we passionately believe in helping all our students reach their ultimate goal, focussing on their future employability and developing the skills they will need to have a successful career.</p>
<p>“The partnership between Weston College and Rotamec signifies a shared vision for developing a highly skilled workforce that can drive businesses and industries forward. By providing learners with access to industry-specific training and work experience opportunities, this collaboration will nurture a pool of talented individuals ready to contribute to the success and growth of the engineering industry.”</p>
<p><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/FutureTalentBusinessPartner?utm_source=main-me… out more about Career Excellence Hubs, by clicking here. </a></p>