Entry requirements
Applicants should be in S4 – S6 and possess the following:
- A pass in National 4 Maths
- An interest in engineering or renewable energy
Why take this course?
The NPA is designed as a pre-apprenticeship course with a strong emphasis on practical skills, making it ideal for pupils who are interested in a career in the engineering sector. It equips candidates with a solid foundation of engineering knowledge and the hands-on workshop experience that employers value.
Partnership
NESCol has partnered with BlueFloat Energy to offer senior phase pupils the opportunity to complete this NPA in Engineering.
What you will experience
Pupils selected for the course will study two days a week throughout the academic year at NESCol‘s Fraserburgh Campus (site visits will be included in this). The course will also have some work to do outside of College time.
What you will study:
- Understanding industry in an engineering context
- Health & safety
- Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding
- Electrical wiring
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) for engineers
- Craft maths
- Engineering work-based challenge
- Engineering project
Key Facts
Everything you need to know about applying for this course.
Additional selection requirements
Pupils will be required to write a statement as part of the application process. Pupil statements should include the following:
- What made you choose the BlueFloat NPA Engineering course?
- What employment/work experience do you have?
- What hobbies, interests or achievements do you have?
- What do you hope to achieve by studying this course?
- Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about what makes you a good candidate?
What you will get
NPA Engineering (SCQF Level 5).
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
The NPA prepares candidates for progression to an engineering Modern Apprenticeship, or into employment at apprentice level. Pupils can also continue their learning at NESCol, studying for:
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