Course summary
This Foundation Degree is a progression programme from the Extended Diploma in Engineering, A Levels or equivalent and is specifically designed to help meet the growing need for skilled aircraft maintenance engineers. Delivered at the Future Skills Centre (FSC) at Exeter International Airport, this Foundation Degree is fully-accredited by Kingston University and approved by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). As part of the programme, you will also visit aerospace-related companies and you will receive practical skills training in the purpose-built engineering workshop facilities and on the College’s Jetstream aircraft. Successful completion of the programme provides you with the module exam certificates for the UK CAA B1.1 Aircraft Maintenance Licence required for work in aerospace engineering and recognised internationally. To complete your Licence application you will require 2 years additional experienced (opposed to 5 years for unapproved training) working in a UK CAA Part 145 approved organisation. You can also progress to the top up to a full BEng (Hon) degree with Kingston University which has a part time (2 years) or full time (1 year) option. The programme balances theoretical and practical training with assignments and examinations. You will undertake formal lectures and laboratory work. As a student you will complete part of your training using the College’s own aircraft and equipment in the Future Skills Centre aircraft maintenance workshop, getting hands on experience on advanced aircraft systems and technology. Topics will include: Mathematics and Physics for Practitioner Engineers Electrical Engineering Fundamentals Aerodynamics and Aircraft Digital Systems Academic Practical Skills and Study Skills Aircraft Materials, Hardware and Maintenance Practices Aircraft and their Systems Aircraft Maintenance and Professional Practice (Aviation Legislation and Human Factors) Aircraft Propulsion Systems This programme leads to careers in companies such as Exeter Aerospace, Air Atlantic Group at Brize Norton, British Airways, Ryan Air, Gulf-stream, Royal Navy or Skybus.
Modules
Modules (for guidance only): › Aerodynamics and aircraft electronic techniques and digital systems › Mathematics and physics for practitioner engineers › Aircraft and their systems › Aircraft practical and higher education study skills › Aircraft materials, hardware and maintenance › Electrical engineering fundamentals
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 2H60
- Institution code:
- E81
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
https://www.exe-coll.ac.uk/International/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £8245 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8245 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8245 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8245 | Year 1 |
EU | £8245 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Exeter College
St Davids Building
Hele Road
Exeter
EX4 4JS