FAO ALL S4, S5 and S6 PUPILS
If you are considering applying an engineering degree course, you MUST consider this option!
APPLICATIONS FOR THE STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING ACADEMY
AND THE ACCESS TO ENGINEERING ACADEMY COURSES ARE NOW OPEN!
The Engineering Academy is an alternative route to a degree with Strathclyde University. The traditional route would be for pupils who have achieved 5 or more band A highers including Maths/Physics and/or Chemistry. Entry to the Engineering Academy can be gained at the end of S5 or S6 with 4 Highers at B grade which must include Maths, Physics and/or Chemistry. A Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering would be accepted as one of the other highers.
The Engineering Academy is a blended approach to the degree with a greater emphasis on practical skills. The course is run in collaboration between Strathclyde University and New College Lanarkshire, although allstudents will be formally recognised as Strathclyde University students.
Upon successful completion of the Engineering Academy, students gain direct entry into the 2nd year of the Strathclyde University course. Whilst following this route, students will also be able to take advantage of 12 weeks of work experience each year with the possible option of a sponsorship! This route will continue to graduation.
S4 pupils can apply for the Access to Engineering Academy NOW!
This course is designed for S4’s who may wish to apply to university for an engineering degree. It is a 2 year course and runs from S5 into S6 at the end of which, pupils can apply for direct entry to the Engineering Academy as described above. Applicants who choose the Access Engineering Acadeny route, and complete it successfully, will be guaranteed entry to the Academy.
