From part-time entry-level courses in basic motor vehicle maintenance to full-time courses at levels 1, 2, and 3, Leicester College’s recently upgraded motor vehicle facilities are the perfect place to hone your mechanical skills. Apprenticeships are also available, giving you the chance to work for an employer and earn a wage while completing a respected professional qualification with us. Courses typically involve a mixture of theory and practical elements, while assessment is both continuous and exam-based. Some courses require you to pass online tests.
Motor Vehicle and Motor Sport
Who are Leicester College’s motor vehicle and motor sport courses for?
Our part-time motor vehicle maintenance and repair courses are ideal for career changers as they can fit around your existing work schedule. The full time courses in motor sport, vehicle fitting, motorcycle maintenance and vehicle maintenance are also suitable for both adults and school leavers. When you apply for a motor vehicle course with us, we can help you find the level and type of course that’s right for you, based on your previous qualifications and experience. Learners aged 16-19 will follow a study programme which will include work experience as well as GCSE or functional skills English and maths if you don’t already have your grade C/4.
Further Information
Trips and activates form part of our courses, including visits and excursions to industry-relevant sites and factories. All of our courses have been designed around the requirements of the motor vehicle or motor sports industries, meaning that you will leave with a relevant qualification to help you find a job in your chosen field.
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Read MoreIMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – P00050
Course Code: P00050
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Develop the knowledge and skills for a trade everyone needs in their day-to-day life with a qualification in light motor vehicle repair. Turn your passion into a career with this course and learn your skill set in our industrial built garage with support from an experienced teachinging staff to kickstart your career.
SEG Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies – P00052
Course Code: P00052
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Start your career in the exciting industry of motor vehicle with our level 2 diploma. Through practical and written assignments you will learn a variety of skills across engine operating principles, chassis and electrical systems, and workplace health and safety. All elements of the course will be taught onsite at our very own industrial garage.
Motor Vehicle Studies Diploma level 1 Adult Evening – P00231
Course Code: P00231
Key Information
- Start Date 28 Oct 2024
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Study Hours
Part Time
6 hours per week
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Build your motor vehicle theory and practical understanding to give you a head-start in the automotive industry. With our advanced facilities, you will learn about vehicle systems, accident repair, and essential health and safety practices. The skills you will develop are perfect for progression to another course in motor vehicles or beginning your career path.
IMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – P00050
Course Code: P00050
Key Information
- Start Date 08 Sep 2025
-
Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Develop the knowledge and skills for a trade everyone needs in their day-to-day life with a qualification in light motor vehicle repair. Turn your passion into a career with this course and learn your skill set in our industrial built garage with support from an experienced teachinging staff to kickstart your career.
SEG Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies – P00052
Course Code: P00052
Key Information
- Start Date 08 Sep 2025
-
Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Start your career in the exciting industry of motor vehicle with our level 2 diploma. Through practical and written assignments you will learn a variety of skills across engine operating principles, chassis and electrical systems, and workplace health and safety. All elements of the course will be taught onsite at our very own industrial garage.