Level 2 Motorsport Engineering

Are you passionate about racing? Would you like to combine classroom learning with time spent in the workshop building practical skills on real vehicles? Our Level 2 Motorsport Engineering course is an entry-level qualification. If you have a strong interest in motorsport and/or performance vehicles, and youre considering a career in the motorsport or automotive industries, this course is designed for you. The course is timetabled over three days per week at our Chippenham campus, which features a dedicated motorsport workshop equipped with a variety of performance vehicles, ramps, a racing simulator and a range of industry-standard equipment. Youll also have the opportunity to visit our specialist training centre at Castle Combe race circuit, where the Colleges motorsport race team is based.

2 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above in English language and maths, and two GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, that must include science.

Youll build a deep understanding of motorsport vehicles, including: chassis systems, engines, transmission and electrical/electronic systems. Youll explore engineering subjects relating to tools, measuring equipment, materials and fabrication, and your practical learning will be complemented by a thorough understanding of the relevant applied maths and science. You will also study health and safety and motorsport event regulations, giving you a broad picture of the industry.

You will be assessed via online, written and practical assignments throughout the year. Your final qualification will be an IMI Level 2 Extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

Once youve completed this course, you could progress onto our BTEC Level 3 Motorsport Engineering course, which is also one year in duration. This could lead you to our Oxford Brookes degree programme based at our Castle Combe Centre for Motorsport Engineering. You could also enter the motorsport or automotive industry as a trainee technician.