IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
This Level 4 vocational qualification which provides individuals with advanced levels of specialist technical knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to work as an advanced technician / engineer in the following automotive maintenance and repair sectors: Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, alongside the development of wider transferable skills for use across the whole retail motor industry.
Academic Year: 2023/24
Course Code: 10221
Campus: Downpatrick, Lisburn, Newtownards
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Higher Education
Sessions
The following sessions are open for application on this course:
Campus & Course Type | Start |
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Part-Time
Downpatrick
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11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday
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Part-Time
Downpatrick
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18/09/2023
Time: 09:00
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Part-Time
Lisburn
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28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00
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Part-Time
Lisburn
|
04/09/2023
|
Course Structure
Modules:
- Advanced Internal Combustion Technology
- Advanced Light Vehicle Driveline and Chassis Technology
- Advanced Vehicle Body Electrics
- Knowledge of providing technical support and advice
- Knowledge in Conducting Diagnostic Consultations
Contact Hours
Directed Study:
7 hours contact time per week to include practical classes, lectures, workshops or tutorials.
Personal Study:
A further 4 hours per week, on average, studying and preparing assessments in your own time per week, including use of online materials.
This is a 2-Year Programme and course fees are payable in each year.
Entry Requirements
UCAS:
- Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Access Diploma:
- Access Diploma in Foundation Studies with an overall average of 50%+
English Language Requirements for International students:
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
- IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)
- PTE 51 Or an approved equivalent test in English
Equivalent qualifications include:
- Grade C (or above) in GCSE English
- Successfully completion of a Level 3 Vocational Programme with assessments completed in English Language
- Essential Skills in Literacy (Level 2)
- ESOL Level 2
Tier 4 Students:
- SERC will only accept a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for issuing a Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
Admissions
- Successful completion of the Admissions Process
APEL
- Provide evidence of ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the accreditation of prior experiential learning. Further details on APEL can be found in the Admissions Section of our website
How will I be assessed and given feedback?
Where will it take me?
How will it make me more employable?
Additional Costs
Accreditation
Terms & Conditions
Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.
We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.
Available Sessions Summary
The following sessions are open for application on this course:
Campus & Course Type | Start |
---|---|
Part-Time
Downpatrick
|
11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday
|
Part-Time
Downpatrick
|
18/09/2023
Time: 09:00
|
Part-Time
Lisburn
|
28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00
|
Part-Time
Lisburn
|
04/09/2023
|
Enquiries Information
For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.
Higher Education
If you have just completed your A-Levels, Higher Education is most likely the option for you. HE usually covers HNC, HND & Foundation Degree level of courses including our Higher Level Apprenticeships.
Explore Higher EducationAvailable Sessions
Business Services Course
Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.
The following sessions are available to apply for:
Course Type | Title | Campus | Start | Spaces | Fee | |
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PT
HE
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IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies (Year 1)
Y10221DE1A Swipe/Scroll
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Downpatrick |
11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday
|
18 |
£1700.00 |
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PT
HE
|
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
Y10221DD1A Swipe/Scroll
|
Downpatrick |
18/09/2023
Time: 09:00
|
20+ |
£2130.00 |
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PT
HE
|
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies (Year 1)
Y10221LE1B Swipe/Scroll
|
Lisburn |
28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00
|
20+ |
|
|
PT
HE
|
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
Y10221LD1F Swipe/Scroll
|
Lisburn |
04/09/2023
|
20+ |
|
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