Frequently Asked Questions

United College of Aviation offers a variety of programs and courses. So, you should have some questions about programs and courses. Now here you can find your question answers quickly.

Genaral Questions

Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.

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Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.

Aeronautical Engineering Related Questions

Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.

Computer Science Engineering Related Questions

Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.

Professional Course Related Questions

Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.

Admission Related Questions

Why BTEC International Level 3?

BTEC International Level 3 are career-based qualifications designed to give students the skills they need to move on to higher education or go straight into employment.

More employers and higher education institutions than ever before are choosing BTEC-qualified candidates for their academic and practical knowledge and skills.

What is the course about?

The Level 3 qualifications improve subject knowledge and study skills, and prepare learners for undergraduate course at UK universities.

This course will give you the chance to gain academic qualifications and provide you with relevant practical experience to pursue a career within the aeronautical engineering industry. It will also provide you with a qualification that can lead to higher education. The diploma is of 18 units which follows the BTEC syllabus (Aerospace Mechanical) relating to Aircraft Maintenance in category Airframe, Engine and Avionics, leading you to progress towards HNC/HND, BA/BSc and/or Part 66 licenses.

How long does it last?

The course is a full-time qualification, which is normally a two year duration. Currently, students are in college between 18 and 22 hours per week (three and a half days). Students will be required to study an additional 10 hours per week to complete research and assignments.

Who is the course suitable for?

16 – 18 year old school leavers who have an interest in a career in the aeronautical engineering industry.

What grades do I need?

5 GCSE passes at grade C or above (including 2 at grade B or above in Maths, Science or a related subject).

How is the course assessed?

There is a combination of continuous assessment, end of unit tests and assignments.