Can anyone suggest a basic platform/software to start work on??

You can try Autodesk Fusion360 running ion GrabCAD Workbench - http://grabcad.com/toolbox/autodesk

what type of work?
diferant software for differant applications.

If you're on a limited budget, try FreeCAD.

http://www.freecadweb.org/

Guess how much it costs.

Or you could try Autodesk Inventor (student edition)

http://students.autodesk.com/?nd=download_center

your right Aled, I use autodesk site for most of my software. especially when free.
Can't believe I forgot to mention that.

Thnxx Guys .,, The FUSION & INVENTOR are good for me as I 've gne through the reviews & How to sections.... thnxxx alot.. :)