HNC Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical & Electronic)

This course prepares students for careers in engineering and students can either enter employment at technician level or continue to study on a university level course. The course focusses on developing the core engineering skills required by the industry, along with those specific skills within the individual sectors. In addition to the engineering knowledge you�ll gain, the course will develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who are able to meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving engineering sector adapting to a constantly changing world.

Aged 18 years old by August 31st when the programme starts, entry requires a minimum of 32 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications, and GCSE English/Maths at Grade 4 or equivalent. Level 3 qualifications include A-levels, BTECs, City & Guilds, Access to HE, or completion of an Advanced Apprenticeship. Consideration may be given to applicants with significant work experience or professional qualifications. Overseas qualifications need to meet these criteria, with English IELTS Level 5.5.

The course will develop knowledge, skills and techniques for a future in engineering. Depending on your chosen pathway, you could find yourself learning a multitude of topics from the latest developments and applications of electronics to techniques in advanced/high-end manufacture and processing.

Apply classroom theory in our state-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facility. Engage in diverse learning experiences, combining lectures, tutorials, and practical activities to solidify understanding. Cultivate teamwork, leadership, communication, and project management skills through individual and group work, fostering effectiveness in various scenarios throughout the course.

The course is continuously assessed through a number of assignments set within the individual units. The assessment methods are wide and varied. You could find yourself writing a technical report, delivering a presentation or undertaking a viva-voce. The assessment methods are chosen with a view to developing the skills demanded of industry.

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering will develop personal, professional and employability skills to prepare students for employment or continue in higher education. Typically, after completing the Level 4 HNC students could enter employment in a wide variety of sectors including aerospace, transport, telecommunications, energy and manufacturing. For those who wish to further your study beyond the HNC, you could progress onto the HND.