Welding (Engineering) - Level 2
Course information
- Study mode: Full Time
- Duration: Welding (Engineering) - Level 2
- Student type: School Leavers
- Course code: P0156/101
Course Description
- Study mode: Full Time
- Duration: Welding (Engineering) - Level 2
- Student type: School Leavers
- Course code: P0156/101
This course equips you with the basic practical skills and knowledge needed to start work in industries involving welding.
This one year, full time course includes theory work and practical sessions in our WorldSkills standard welding workshop in our multi-million pound Construction Skills Centre. You will study units including: working in engineering, principles of engineering, principles of fabrication and welding, manual metal arc, mig welding and tig welding.
This is an ideal course for those with an eye for precision who enjoy working with their hands and are looking to start a career in welding.
As part of this course you will also have the opportunity to top up your maths and English skills if applicable for your studies.
This qualification is the Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (Welding).
Entry requirements
New applicants: To study this course you will need 4 GCSEs grade 3-9 (D-A*) including maths and English. Significant industry experience will also be considered. Exisitng students: Completion of a relevent Level 1 course plus GCSE grade 3-9 (D-A*) in maths and English.
Costs
Free to all 16-18 year olds. Funding may be available for 19-23 year olds. Also free to learners who are in receipt of JSA (Job Seekers Allowance) ESA (Employment Support Allowance, work related activity) or Universal Credit (mandated). Where fees are payable you can set up a payment plan that best suits your needs. Actual Cost is: £2583.00. All costs are subject to slight changes.
What next?
Following completion of the course, you can study the Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (Welding route)

Apply for this course
If you would like to apply online for this course, please click below and you’ll be taken to our application portal. If you need any guidance about your choices before applying, email admissions@lcwc.ac.uk or call 01946 839300.