A pipeline to the green energy sector

We’ve teamed up with Celtic Sea Power to help give our students a clear pipeline to careers in the green energy sector.  

Our T Level in Engineering & Manufacturing has been awarded FLOWmark accreditation, which is a scheme for training and education providers that supports career progression into the floating offshore wind (FLOW) sector. 

Darren Reski, Curriculum Area Manager for Electrical, Engineering and Motor Vehicle at Cornwall College St Austell, said: “The Engineering & Manufacturing T Level at Cornwall College is really special.

“We’ve been working with Celtic Sea Power, who have now FLOW-marked our T Level. It means that they have had input in our course and that students get the most up-to-date training they could possibly have. The students will also gain specific floating offshore wind experience.” 

With Celtic Sea Power’s accreditation, the T Level becomes one of the approved pathways for people who are looking to work in the FLOW industry. 

The Engineering & Manufacturing T Level is not just focused on floating offshore wind power. It covers all aspects of engineering and manufacturing, including robotics, mechatronics and electronics. 

Darren said: “The T Level is based over two years, covering a variety of occupational specialisms within the course, along with multiple work placements within that time.  

“This will give all of our students their first step into the engineering and manufacturing world, whether that means floating offshore wind farms, manufacturing or engineering: it will benefit them no end. It will give them vital experience that they can take further onto their next steps.” 

After studying on a T Level, students can go to straight into the workplace, study an apprenticeship, or go on to higher education. Being equivalent to three A Levels, the T Level will give students enough UCAS points to go to university or take on an advanced apprenticeship.  

Wherever people want to go, and whatever pathway they choose, this T Level gives people an excellent foundation for a career in engineering and manufacturing.  

Learn more about the T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing here.