Motor vehicle for 16-19 year olds (Shoreham)

Study motor vehicle at Northbrook College

Our motor vehicle department is one of the highest achieving in the country, so if you’re interested in how cars work and would like a career as a mechanic, Northbrook College offers a friendly, supportive and highly professional environment with a range of courses that cover the technical needs of today’s motor vehicle repair industry.

You'll be based at Northbrook College Shoreham Campus right by Shoreham Airport, where our dedicated automotive engineering facility has the latest high tech diagnostic equipment, as well as a range of vehicles for students to work on. 

We have excellent industry contacts which mean that we can advise you on employment opportunities and we are very proud that so many of our students go onto develop successful careers in the automotive industry. 

If you want to find out more about studying a motor vehicle at the MET, you can download our guide to construction, engineering and trades courses here.


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Why choose Northbrook College?

At Northbrook College we offer a variety of full-time courses for 16-19 year olds across three campuses. We teach technical and professional skills and provide practical industry-focused experience. This is a great way to study and equips you with the key skills needed to progress into employment or to go on to study at University.

Available courses

  • Shoreham
    Motor Vehicle Maintenance | Level 1
    Motor Vehicle Maintenance | Level 1

    On this vehicle maintenance course you will learn about the functions of the complex systems within today’s vehicles, developing practical and diagnostic skills.

    • Course type: 16+ college (full-time)
    • Qualification: City & Guilds Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance Level 1
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  • Shoreham
    Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 2
    Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 2

    Learn about the functions of the complex systems within modern automotive vehicles and how these systems integrate with each other to operate to the manufacturer's specifications.

    • Course type: 16+ college (full-time)
    • Qualification: City & Guilds Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level 2
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  • Shoreham
    Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 2
    Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 2

    This course will prepare you for roles in engineering, design, production, testing and management in the exciting world of motorsport.

    • Course type: 16+ college (full-time)
    • Qualification: IMI Extended Diploma in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering Technology Level 2
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  • Shoreham
    Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 3
    Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 3

    Gain the diagnosis skills needed to rectify problems and become a qualified technician.

    • Course type: 16+ college (full-time)
    • Qualification: City & Guilds Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level 3
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  • Shoreham
    Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 3
    Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Level 3

    This motorsport engineering course will prepare you for roles in engineering, design, production, testing and management in the exciting world of motorsport.

    • Course type: 16+ college (full-time)
    • Qualification: IMI Extended Diploma in Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 3
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