Higher National Certificates are specialist programmes linked to professional body requirements and national occupational standards where appropriate, with a strong work-related emphasis. This qualification builds a strong foundation in the key concepts and practical skills required by employers in the civil engineering/ construction sector. Students will gain both a practical and theoretical understanding of the scientific, mathematical and design principles that will help them progress to professional and management roles in the industry. The following modules will be studied throughout the course: Core modules: > Analytical Methods > Civil Engineering Construction (A) > Geology and Soils > Personal Skills 1 (Communication and Research) > Safety in Construction > Science and Materials > Structural Analysis and Design. Other modules: > Site Surveying Procedures. > Typical lessons will involve research-based activities, individual and group projects, practical exercises and presentations > You will be taught in small groups rather than as part of a large lecture audience > Ceremony costs apply for those wishing to attend the graduation > This programme is validated by the University of Greenwich
Course details
Qualification name | HNC in Civil Engineering - Mid-Kent College |
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Qualification level | 4 |
Awarding organisation | University of Greenwich |
Learning method | Classroom based |
Course hours | Part-time |
Course start date | 2nd September 2024 |
Cost description | The price is shown per year |
Attendance pattern | Daytime |
You will need one of the following: > 80 UCAS (under the new tariff) points from A-levels (including a minimum C grade/4 grade in maths) > A BTEC National Certificate (minimum MMM grade) > An Extended Diploma (minimum MMM grade) > A GNVQ (Advanced) in a relevant discipline > An Access to Higher Education Diploma. Mature candidates who do not meet the above criteria may still be admitted to the course subject to an interview with the programme director. The interview includ
Successful completion could lead to employment as a technician or in a middle management/professional role within the civil engineering, structural design, highway maintenance, local authority or utility industries. Some students may also want to continue onto the HND in Civil Engineering (Top-up).
Name | Maidstone Campus |
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Address |
Tonbridge Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8AQ Find on Google maps |
Phone | 01634 402020 |
Website | http://www.midkent.ac.uk |