Start your career in Rail Engineering with our Level 2 Rail Engineering programme, designed for those looking to enter one of the UK’s most vital and fast-expanding industries.
This course provides a strong foundation in rail engineering, helping you develop essential technical knowledge, practical skills, and an understanding of how the rail industry operates.
You will also gain insight into workplace expectations, Health and safety standards, teamwork and, and professional communication all crucial for success in the sector.
You’ll perform practical training at an industry-standard training facility that replicates real working conditions. The Railway facilities are equipped with operational rail infrastructure, including track systems and specialist tools used in track maintenance.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in a real working environment, supported by industry experts, giving you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to move on to further study, apprenticeships, or a career in the rail industry.
Our rail engineering tutors bring over 15 years of hands-on experience working with Network Rail, and they continue to work every weekend on live rail projects to maintain their industry competencies.
Their up-to-date knowledge and extensive practical expertise ensure that you’re learning from professionals who truly understand the demands of the rail sector.
With their guidance, you’ll gain the skills, insight, and confidence needed to become job-ready and succeed in a real-world rail engineering environment.
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.
We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
Our specialist teams can help with:
Further opportunities to progress to level 3 or into employment.
Many of our past learners have gone on to build successful careers with leading industry employers.
This is your chance to gain real experience, get your foot in the door, and start a rewarding career in rail engineering.
GCSE grade 3 or above in English or Maths or Functional Skills Level 1 in English & maths.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 490 2246, [email protected] or via Live Chat.
Or pop along to one of our Enrolment Events.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 0300 or email us at [email protected]
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
To contact our dedicated Learning Support team email [email protected] or head to Live Chat
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