Fabrication and Welding (Modern Apprenticeship) Modern Apprenticeship
Study mode: You are released from work to attend classes on campus or at a learning centre for a set period.
Course type: Modern Apprenticeship
Start in: August
Learning mode: You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.
Duration: Full time: 4 years
How: 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.