Overview of the programme
The railways are a key part of the UK’s transport infrastructure for commuting, leisure and business travel as well as freight services. The rail industry has been experiencing strong growth in passenger journeys putting pressure on available resources.

The industry recognises that it needs staff with the right skills to deal with the ever increasing demands. That is why WOI in conjunction with City & Guilds, the UK’s leading provider of vocational qualifications, has developed a range of qualifications, for those working in the rail industry, both in the operational and the engineering areas.

Our diplomas in Railway Engineering range from basic (level 2) to advanced diploma (level 3) and are work-based qualifications, only suitable for trainees or managers who are currently employed in the rail transport sector. Students will be given a chance to prove competence of industrial performance, knowledge and understanding, and to have their abilities recognised. In some cases we may help students seek work/placement in the sector.

Course Structure and Content
Students will be given a chance to prove competence of industrial performance, knowledge and understanding and to have their abilities recognised. They can choose from the following pathways:

1. Permanent Way Renewal
2. Permanent Way Maintenance
3. Rail Signalling Installation
4. Rail Signal Maintenance
5. Rail Telecommunications Installation
6. Rail Telecommunications Maintenance
7. Rail Signal Testing
8. Traction and Rolling Stock
9. Electrification and Plant

Entry Requirements:
Level 2: no formal entry requirements but the proficiency to adapt to an engineering environment will be assessed by tutors
Level 3: a level 2 or equivalent basic technical qualification, ideally in Rail Engineering
International students: WOI may offer this course as part of an overall programme to acquire a full higher education diploma in engineering for this a good a school leaving qualification set is required equivalent to at least 1 A level (16-18 education). Also IELTS 6.0 is required or you must enrol on English course.

Duration and Progression
Students normally qualify for each level in one year; conversion to the HND takes a further year and students who choose to continue their studies may then gain a BA (Hons) by joining the final year.

Costs
£950 per year for UK/EU students; international students- £3400 per year. Bursaries (financial support) may be available