Motor Vehicle
If you have a passion for motor vehicles and spend many hours tinkering under a bonnet, then a programme in the motor industry is for you.
Our programmes are delivered through practical tasks and theoretical sessions. You’ll benefit from a hands-on approach to motor vehicle maintenance, covering a range of subjects to give you a greater understanding of the motor vehicle industry.
Motor Vehicle learner“The programme is really practical, which is what I enjoy. Being able to put what I’m learning into practice is really useful.
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There are approximately 5,280 mechanics employed in Coventry and the surrounding areas.
The average salary for a mechanic is £23,358 per year.
If fixing cars has always been a passion of yours, you’ll find lots of opportunities for a career in the automotive sector. Job roles include:
- Vehicle Salesperson or Adviser
- Vehicle Technician or Electrician
- MOT Tester
- Diagnostic Technician
- Bodyshop Paint Technician
- Garage Manager
- Vehicle Body Builder & Repairer
- Tyre, Exhaust & Windscreen Fitter
- Breakdown engineer
- Vehicle fitter
- Mechanic
Motor Vehicle Programmes
Please select the type of qualification you are looking for:
Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair & Paint
Campus: City Study Option: Full timeLevel 1 Diploma in Vehicle Mechanics and Maintenance
Campus: City Study Option: Full timeLevel 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies – Transport & Vehicle
Campus: City Study Option: Full timeLevel 1 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness
Campus: City Study Option: Part timeLevel 2 Diploma in Vehicle Body Repair & Paint
Campus: City Study Option: Full time
You’ll learn and practise your skills in our fully functioning workshop, working on real vehicles with real problems.
Latest News and Success Stories
September 29, 2022
Construction set to start on £1m electric vehicle training centre in Coventry
Commercial fit-out specialists Inside Limited have been appointed to lead construction on Coventry College’s new electric vehicle and retrofit centre.
August 22, 2022
Coventry College teams up with electric vehicle specialists to deliver cutting edge training courses
A major UK alternative fuels training provider is teaming up with a Coventry higher education provider to bring sector leading electric vehicle courses to the region for the first time.
February 17, 2022
Business leaders attend the launch of a new skills centre to prepare for a carbon-zero future
Representatives from the automotive, manufacturing and construction industries heard plans for Coventry College's new £1.8m electric vehicle and retrofit training centre .
February 1, 2022
£1.8m investment for new green skills training centre
Coventry College has unveiled plans to help employers and Motor Vehicle and Construction students prepare for a zero-carbon future with the launch of a new dedicated training centre.
November 30, 2021
Draper Tools Donate Tools For Motorsports Students
Future motorsport mechanics learning their craft in Coventry have got their hands on high-end tools to prepare them for the workplace
June 9, 2020
Interview with David Robilliard, former Motor Vehicle learner
David Robilliard explains how the Motor Vehicle course he studied at the College has helped him change career.
