IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Explore the theoretical and practical skills needed to pursue a career in the automotive industry. This course is perfect for those who want to work in main dealerships as technicians, or those wanting to train as master technicians.

The course is designed for those who want to work in Main Dealerships as Technicians and those who want to be Master Technicians. It is also the pathway for those who want to go on to University.

The technical route to University is chosen by many who wish to gain a head-start over those who only have ?A? levels and no technical knowledge.

This Qualification exceeds the technical requirements for the modern apprenticeship framework at level 3, so those who choose to go onto an apprenticeship, only need to complete practical aspects at work. This cuts down the amount of time required to complete an apprenticeship.

You need to have the Level 2 extended Diploma to join this course and the drive and determination to succeed.

You will learn how to analyse and diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults, inspection and service of vehicle systems and how to fix those faults. You will build on your knowledge and experience gained in the first year and study more advanced electronics.

You will learn through practical lessons in the workshops. Assessment will be through practical observations, written work and exams.

On successful completion you will have the option to progress onto a higher level of study or an Apprenticeship. Alternatively, you could seek employment within the industry.