Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - Level 3 Triple Diploma
Summary
The IMI Level 3 Extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is an exciting and highly practical course designed for school leavers who want to work at the cutting edge of vehicle performance and engineering. You'll develop advanced skills in motorsport vehicle preparation, engine systems, chassis setup and diagnostics, gaining real insight into how race and performance vehicles are maintained and optimised.
This qualification not only prepares you for technical roles within the motorsport industry, but also provides a solid foundation for progression into higher education or specialist training. Whether you're aiming to work with professional race teams, continue onto a university-level motorsport engineering course or secure a higher-level apprenticeship, this course gives you the knowledge and experience to take the next step.
With access to industry-standard equipment in our multi-million-pound Advanced Technology Centre with its own 4-Wheel Drive Dyno., Motorcycle Dyno., Engine Test Cell and Wind Tunnel, and expert tutors to guide you every step of the way, this diploma is ideal for anyone serious about building a future in motorsport and high-performance vehicle technology.
Where can this subject lead?
Career progression
When you successfully complete the Level 3 Motorsport course the following career options will be available to you:
- Enter employment with a Motorsport team as a fast-track apprentice
- Enter employment as a fast-track Vehicle Maintenance and Repair apprentice
- Enter higher education on our 3 year Automotive and Motorsport Engineering
Throughout your time on the course you will receive regular career and progression advice from our team of highly qualified tutors who have many years’ experience working as skilled technicians in the Automotive industry and world of Motorsport.
A typical pathway to your graduate-level employment would be:
- Year 1 – Complete the first year of this Triple Diploma and achieve the Level 2 qualification
- Year 2 – Complete the second year of this Triple Diploma and achieve the Level 3 qualification
- Year 3 – Begin your studies in higher education on our Foundation Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology
- Year 4 – Graduate at the end of your 4th year with an FdEng Automotive and Engineering Technology
- Year 5 – Graduate at the end of your 5th year with a BEng (Honours) Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology
- Year 6 – Secure post-graduate employment in an Automotive or Motorsport Engineering role
Job roles for Level 3 Technicians:
- Motorsport Vehicle Builder and Mechanic
- Motorsport Vehicle Engine Builder and Specialist
- Motorsport Vehicle Dynamics Specialist
- Motorsport Team Principal
Employment Opportunities
Much of the knowledge and skills you will learn on this Motorsport course are directly transferrable across the automotive industry.
Most of the modules you will achieve map directly to the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification and can lead to more mainstream roles, such as:
Motor Vehicle Mechanic | Motor Vehicle Diagnostic Technician | MOT Tester | Roadside Recovery Technician | Motor Vehicle Fast-Fit Technician | Motor Vehicle Workshop Manager
If you decide to further your studies following this course, you could pursue a variety of career pathways including:
- Design, research and development careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries
- Manufacturing careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries
- Automotive systems and competence testing careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries
Career Options and Progression
When you successfully complete the Level 3 Motorsport course the following career options will be available to you...
Enter employment with a Motorsport team as a fast-track apprentice
Enter employment as a fast-track Vehicle Maintenance and Repair apprentice
Enter higher education on our 3 year Automotive and Motorsport Engineering
Technology Honours Degree
Throughout your time on the course you will receive regular career and progression advice from our team of highly qualified tutors who have many years’ experience working as skilled technicians in the Automotive industry and world of Motorsport.
A typical pathway to your graduate-level employment would be...
- Year 1 – Complete the first year of this Triple Diploma and achieve the Level 2 qualification
- Year 2 – Complete the second year of this Triple Diploma and achieve the Level 3 qualification
- Year 3 – Begin your studies in higher education on our Foundation Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology
- Year 4 – Graduate at the end of your 4 th year with an FdEng Automotive and Engineering Technology
- Year 5 – Graduate at the end of your 5 th year with a BEng (Honours) Degree in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Technology
- Year 6 – Secure post-graduate employment in an Automotive or Motorsport Engineering role.
Job roles for technicians with Level 3 qualifications are...
- Motorsport Vehicle Builder and Mechanic
- Motorsport Vehicle Engine Builder and Specialist
- Motorsport Vehicle Dynamics Specialist
- Motorsport Team Principal
Graduate-level job roles...
Design, research and development careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries including.
Manufacturing careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries.
Automotive systems and competence testing careers within the Automotive, Motorsport and other transport industries.
Much of the knowledge and skills you will learn on this Motorsport course are directly transferrable across the automotive industry. Most of the modules you will achieve map directly to the Level 2 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification and can lead to more mainstream roles, such as...
- Motor Vehicle Mechanic
- Motor Vehicle Diagnostic Technician
- MOT Tester
- Roadside Recovery Technician
- Motor Vehicle Fast-Fit Technician
- Motor Vehicle Workshop Manager
Key information
Entry Requirements
If you are aged between 16 and 18, have an interest in Motorsport and want to take your learning to a higher level, this two year Level 3 Motorsport course could be for you.
You will require GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above and a science is desirable, along with the following:
- A successful interview with a tutor
- The ability to study independently
- A genuine interest in the subject
- Good communication skills
- Hardworking approach towards the industry
All 16-18 year old applicants will be invited to attend an interview to meet a tutor and ask any questions they may have about the course.
Please note: Where wearing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a mandatory requirement of the course, it is the responsibility of the learner to ensure that they are able to wear such equipment. Further information can be obtained at the IAG session which all applicants are invited to or by calling Course Enquiries on 01253 504343.
Qualification obtained
Extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (VRQ)Fees and funding
Courses for learners who are 16-18 years old at the start of their course and resident in the UK are fully funded. You may also be entitled to further financial help to support your studies depending on your personal circumstances. For more details of these, please visit our page on Finance Support for School Leavers.
If you are not a UK resident, we will confirm whether funding is available when we process your application. If not, you may be liable for course fees.
Extra costs and equipment
You will need to provide your own safety boots and overalls / boiler suit for practical activities. A typical pair of safety boots should cost no more than £12 and a pair of overalls £15.
All other protective equipment will be provided by us.
All tools and equipment are provided for practical sessions and access to computers and all software required for the course is available within the College facilities.
You will be expected to provide your own pen, pencil, basic drawing equipment and a note pad.
All field trip costs are covered by the College. You will need to provide your own refreshments.
Regulation and Accreditation
Accrediting Institution: N/A
Awarding Body: IMI
Regulatory Body: Ofsted
Terms and conditions
Read our full terms and conditions for more information.
What will I learn?
The modules covered in this course include:
Year 1
• Health and Safety in a Motorsport Environment
• Motorsport Events Regulations
• Motorsport Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices
• Motorsport Vehicle Engines and Related Components
• Motorsport Vehicle Cooling and Lubrication Systems
• Motorsport Vehicle Fuel, Ignition and Exhaust Systems
• Motorsport Vehicle Electrical Systems
• Motorsport Vehicle Braking, Suspension and Steering Systems
• Motorsport Vehicle Transmission Systems
• Motorsport Vehicle Science L2
• Motorsport Vehicle Mathematics L2
• Motorsport Vehicle Electric & Electronics L2
Year 2
• Setting Up Motorsport Vehicles
• Inspecting Motorsport Vehicles During Competition
• Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Engine Faults
• Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Driveline Faults
• Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Chassis System Faults
• Testing Engines for Motorsport Vehicles (Dyno. Ops.)
• Motorsport Vehicle Science L3
• Motorsport Vehicle Mathematics L3
• Motorsport Vehicle Electric & Electronics L3
Essential skills: English and Maths
All school leavers at B&FC are encouraged to continue developing their English and maths skills as higher ability in both these subjects is linked to long-term career success and increased earning potential - irrespective of how well you performed at GCSE. If, however, you achieve a GCSE Grade 3 or less in either subject, you will also have the opportunity to work towards re-sitting these to enhance your paper-based qualifications. This won’t delay your career journey because you will be undertaking this programme of study at the same time as your chosen subject.
Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers
An Industry placement is mandatory for this course and normally takes place once you have gained sufficient knowledge of safe working practices.
You will have the opportunity to attend your Industry Placement with a local employer.
We will help you to select the type of placement that best suits your industry interests and one that will benefit you the most.
You will have the opportunity to attend one of the UK’s well-known motor racing circuits, taking our Motorsport vehicles for a track day shakedown.
While here you will experience the role of a Motorsport mechanic in a busy pit lane and practice your skills in making sure the car remains reliable and maintains performance.
How will I learn?
Whilst working towards your Motorsport qualification, you will learn the knowledge and skills required to carry out a wide range of motorsport vehicle repair and maintenance techniques.
You will also learn about Motorsport event rules. You will develop skills in interpreting event regulations that apply to Motorsport vehicles and how to prepare a vehicle for an event.
You will participate in the preparation of our own Motorsport vehicles. On at least one occasion you will visit one of the UK’s famous motor racing circuits where you will be part of a team that supports the driver while he puts one of these vehicles through its paces.
You will learn how to identify the different parts that make up these vehicle systems. You will learn how they work and how to remove and replace them as a qualified technician working in the industry would.
You will be taught by tutors who have a wealth of industry experience working for Motorsport teams. They have a passion for developing the next generation of Motorsport technicians and Engineers.
Your tutors will get to know how you learn best and tailor their teaching methods to your needs.
There are weekly opportunities for you to discuss your progress with your Progress Tutor and you will be allocated a team manager to support you through every aspect of your learning and career development.
This course is mainly practical-based and is delivered in the following way (hours shown are weekly):
- Motorsport Practical (Workshop – 6 hours)
- Motorsport Theory (Classroom – 6 hours)
- Independent Study (1.5 hours)
- Industry Placement (Company – 26 hours total)
- Progress Meeting (Classroom – 1.5 hours)
The environment is very supportive and includes regular target setting and reviews.
Expert tutors
All tutors involved in the delivery of courses and apprenticeships within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.
Our recruitment process ensures that tutors delivering a given programme are suitably qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and a familiarity with professional practice. The aim of this is to enrich students’ learning experience, giving them an insight into what working in the industry is really like.
How will I be assessed?
During the course tutors will provide regular feedback on your written and practical work allowing you to improve as you develop your skills set.
In order to achieve the qualification, you will be assessed via:
• Practical skills assessments in the workshop (50%)
• Online multiple-choice tests (50%)
Assessment Methods
Whilst working towards your Motorsport qualification you will learn the knowledge and skills required to carry out a wide range of motorsport vehicle repair and maintenance techniques.
You will also learn about Motorsport event rules. You will develop skills in interpreting event regulations that apply to Motorsport vehicles and how to prepare a vehicle for an event.
You will participate in the preparation of our own Motorsport vehicles. On at least one occasion you will visit one of the UK’s famous motor racing circuits where you will be part of a team that supports the driver while he puts one of these vehicles through its paces.
Modules you will cover include...
Year 1
- Health and Safety in a Motorsport Environment
- Motorsport Events Regulations
- Motorsport Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices
- Motorsport Vehicle Engines and Related Components
- Motorsport Vehicle Cooling and Lubrication Systems
- Motorsport Vehicle Fuel, Ignition and Exhaust Systems
- Motorsport Vehicle Electrical Systems
- Motorsport Vehicle Braking, Suspension and Steering Systems
- Motorsport Vehicle Transmission Systems
- Motorsport Vehicle Science L2
- Motorsport Vehicle Mathematics L2
- Motorsport Vehicle Electric & Electronics L2
Year 2
- Setting Up Motorsport Vehicles
- Inspecting Motorsport Vehicles During Competition
- Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Engine Faults
- Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Driveline Faults
- Diagnosing and Rectifying Motorsport Vehicle Chassis System Faults
- Testing Engines for Motorsport Vehicles (Dyno. Ops.)
- Motorsport Vehicle Science L3
- Motorsport Vehicle Mathematics L3
- Motorsport Vehicle Electric & Electronics L3
You will learn how to identify the different parts that make up these vehicle systems. You will learn how they work and how to remove and replace them as a qualified technician working in the industry would.
Assessment
You will be assessed in two different ways...
- Practical skills assessments in the workshop (50%)
- Online multiple-choice tests (50%)