Enhanced A Level Programme Space Engineering

Key Facts

Level: 3

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 2 Years

Course Code: SFH0011

Start Date: August 2027

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Code: SFH0011
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Our Queen Elizabeth Prize winning Space Engineering Programme comprises A Level Maths, A Level Physics and a Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering. The course is developed and delivered alongside the National Space Academy, based at the National Space Centre in Leicester, and their industry partners. This combination of academic and vocational study creates a foundation for learners to progress to prestigious universities or degree apprenticeships.

In addition to this ‘Four A Levels equivalent’ programme, you will study at masterclasses led by experts from the space industry at the National Space Centre in Leicester and benefit from trips, work experience and guest speakers. Our Space Engineers are taught in a bespoke group allowing teaching within the context of space.

Features and Benefits

Unique features of this programme include:

Classes at the National Space Centre and Loughborough College
Masterclasses led by experts from the space industry
Industry trips, visits, and speakers
Opportunities for work experience

Course Content

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering (covering mechanical, electrical, electronic, design, CAD, materials, and maths for engineering)
A Level Mathematics
A Level Physics
Masterclasses at the National Space Centre
Trips and visits to space and engineering institutions

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs, including Maths at grade A/7, Science Double Award at grade AA/77 (or Triple Award at grade AAB/776), English Language at grade B/6, plus another GCSE at grade B/6. Where Physics is studied separately the grade in Physics must be A/7.
You must be highly motivated and committed to a unique and intense programme of learning

Progression Opportunities

This programme will lead to a wide range of degree courses including all engineering specialisms (particularly Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering), Physics and Astrophysics, Mathematics, Data Science, Robotics, AI and Automation. Students also progress to prestigious degree apprenticeships, with recent graduates moving on to apprenticeships at BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Airbus and the Submarine Delivery Agency.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.