Fabrication and Welding (Modern Apprenticeship) Modern Apprenticeship

Calendar iconStudy mode: You are released from work to attend classes on campus or at a learning centre for a set period.

Mortar board iconCourse type: Modern Apprenticeship

Pen iconStart in: August

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.

Clock iconDuration: Full time: 4 years

Book and tick iconHow: You are supported, monitored and assessed in a workplace.

What is special about this course?

The Modern Apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with the employer, student and the training provider. This course consists of block release training in college.

Registration and certification of the qualification is through the awarding body EAL.

Entry requirements

  • Must be in relevant employment
  • It is recommended that candidates should have National 4 passes in English, Maths, a Science subject and Craft/Design Technology.

Apprentices will work towards achieving an EAL SVQ2 in Performing Engineering Operations and Qualifications Scotland National Certificate in Fabrication and Welding. 

Typical subjects include:

  • Manual Welding
  • Pipe and Tube Fabrication
  • Welding Machine Setting and Operating
  • Plate Working 
  • Sheet Metal Working
  • Structural Steel

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time
  • Work based
  • Block release

Block release

How long will my course last?

4 Years
    • Beechwood Campus
    • Work Based

Start date

August

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Progress to:

  • Fabrication and Welding (SVQ3) Modern Apprenticeship SCQF L6

Employers and applicants, please email for more information modern.apps.ic@uhi.ac.uk

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Inverness. UHI Inverness operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.