College 16 to 18
Renewable and Subsea Engineering
You’ll benefit from links to employers, industry experienced tutors and first-class specialist facilities, designed to prepare you for a career in one of the fastest growing industries in the North East. Courses within Renewable, Subsea and Welding are developed with employers and offer exciting career opportunities within the wind energy, subsea, offshore, manufacturing and construction sectors.
What can I study?
Engineering, Fabrication and Welding - Level 1
Study in our Energy Academy to develop basic knowledge and technical skills in welding and fabrication.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
Welding and Fabrication - Level 2
Are you looking to gain technical skills and learn a craft? Get ready to get skilled with this Welding and Fabrication course.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
Renewable and Subsea Craft Technician Engineering - Level 2
If you're looking for a course that is designed around the skills that North East employers are looking for, this could be the one for you.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Subsea & Renewables) - Level 3
Explore various engineering topics such as electrical and mechanical engineering, design principles, and project skills in our dedicated Energy Academy.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
Welding and Fabrication - Level 3
If you are looking for a challenging but rewarding career in fabrication and welding, this could be the course for you!
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
Fabrication and Welding Technologies (Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control) – Level 3
Do you want to build a career in the engineering industry? If you have a scientific mind, enjoy being hands-on and have a passion for developing new technologies, apply now.
Length: 2 years
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Energy Academy
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How to Make an Application
College or Sixth Form. What's the difference?
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How can I progress?
University Centre
Choose from over 60 degrees developed in collaboration with employers, so you'll graduate with the skills you really need to secure your dream job.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn with an apprenticeship at Newcastle College.
Levels Explained
Trying to make sense of your grades? Not sure what you can study? Read our handy 'levels explained' guide.