Practical Vs Theory
Course overview
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including Engish and Maths (or Functional Skills at Level 2) and grade 4/C or above in either a science or design technology based subject.
Students who have achieved a level 2 Diploma in Electrical will be considered for this T level if they have achieved Maths and English to Grade 4/C or above.
You must demonstrate a minimum of 90% attendance at your last place of work or study.
If you don’t meet these requirements but want to start on your chosen career path, entry requirements for Foundation Programmes are slightly lower. You will need a minimum Grade 3 in English (language) and a Grade 4 in maths, plus two other GCSEs at grade 3 or above. If you don’t meet these foundation entry requirements, a Level 1 course may be an option for you, 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.
We will review each application case-by-case to ensure you get a place on the most suitable course.
Potential Future Career
Course Content
The core components of this course include:
- Fundamental health & safety practices associated with carrying out construction work
- Scientific principles related to construction activities
- The construction industry and careers within it
- Principles of sustainability and design relevant to construction projects
- Information, data and principles of measurements
- Tools, equipment and, materials used in construction work
- Legislation, regulations and approved standards that apply to the construction industry.
You will also specialise your studies of Electrotechnical systems engineering through studying topics such as:
- Installation methods and termination of connections
- Systems and products used in electrotechnical engineering
- Analysing and using information to and from electrotechnical systems
- Removal processes as part of system decomissioning.




Studying an apprenticeship with New College Stamford has provided me with the skills I need for a successful electrical career!