Automotive
As a nation we love our cars, the industry desperately needs qualified, highly skilled people.
Transform your love for engines and vehicles into a profession and gain practical experience in a real-life work setting by enrolling on our automotive courses. If you’re enthusiastic about cars and motorcycles, studying a motor vehicle course with us could help you to turn your passion into a career.
In our superb, purpose-built, fully equipped motor vehicle workshops at Castleford College, you’ll study towards qualifications in motor vehicle/motorcycle engineering and body repair and maintenance. You’ll be getting your hands dirty working on real cars and bikes, learning the skills needed for a career in the sector.
Why Study With Us?
Real working environments
Students work with the latest technology on real vehicles from a regular client base.
Trips & motor shows
Visits to various motor sports/motorcycle shows across the country.
Live demos
From industry professional and employers in the Automotive industry.
Facilities
From a purpose-built spray booth and motorcycle mot lane to electric and hybrid vehicle rigs.
Automotive Courses
- School Leavers
- Adult Learners
- Apprenticeships
Start Date: September
Level 1 Motor Vehicle Studies (Body Repair)
Start Date: September
Level 1 Motor Vehicle Studies (Motorcycle)
Start Date: September
Level 1 Motor Vehicle Studies (Multi Skills)
Start Date: September
Level 2 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies (Body & Paint)
Start Date: September
Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles
Start Date: September
Level 2 Motor Vehicle Studies (Mechanics)
Start Date: September
Level 2 Motorcycle Maintenance
Start Date: September
Level 3 Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair Principles
Start Date: September
Start Date: September
Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair Principles
Start Date: September
Women’s Basic Automotive Maintenance
Start Date: September then several courses throughout the year
Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship Standard
Start Date: September
Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance & Repair Apprenticeship
Start Date: September
Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Apprenticeship
Start Date: September
Castleford College Engineering & Automotive Newsletter Spring 2025
Meet Our Students
My Apprenticeship has taught me the basic construction of engines which helps me diagnose problems in my role at Halfords.
Automotive
I like the practical approach to the course, we have learnt how to remove and refit car parts.
Automotive
My favourite part so far is stripping down the brakes to the axle and building it back up from there.
Automotive
I’m really enjoying the course, learning more and getting more into the workings of HGV’s.
Automotive
This year I started with Honda Racing Corporation based in Louth, working part time in the super stop team.
Automotive
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Worried about the cost of studying? Financial Support maybe available.
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Applications now open. You can apply through UCAS or directly to the University Centre.
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