Foundation Certificate in Engineering

Institute: Institute of Engineering and Transport

Department: IET Foundation courses Department

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2025/26
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Programme Code: ET2-O01-23
MQF Level: Level 2
Credits: 60 credits
Accredited Work Based Learning: Not Applicable, does not include WBL
Duration: 1 Year

Course Description

This course is designed to provide an opportunity to prospective learners to follow a structured programme of study in Engineering. The programme includes a significant amount of hands-on practice, project-based learning and industry-related activities that will help learners form a clear idea of the nature of the engineering trade or vocation they intend to follow. This one-year Level 2 programme provides a broad introduction to basic theoretical concepts and practical skills in Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering and is suitable for those learners intending to start and further their studies in Engineering. Key skills subjects also form an integral part of this programme, giving learners the opportunity to nurture their competences in key areas: English, Maltese, Mathematics, Science, Information Technology.

Career Prospects

Entry Requirements

Internal Progression Route…
Any MCAST MQF Level 1 Introductory Certificate

OR

Finished Compulsory Education
(as will be documented by a full, official School Leaving Certificate / SSCP / SSQP)

Initial Assessment Tests (depending on eligibility and applicability)
(further / updated information regarding IATs can be found amongst the FAQs in https://mcast.edu.mt/important-information/)

Other Important matters to be noted and considered:

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Updated: 2025-06-06