Course Overview

Students who complete this course can progress to a Higher National Diploma or directly into the second year of an appropriate degree at the University. Please note the degree is not offered by distance learning, but most are available on day release attending the University every week.

An HNC award opens up the possibility of a career in a wide range of engineering disciplines, including design, manufacturing, project management and IT.

The qualification allows you to seek career development into senior positions in national and international companies.

General Eligibility

You should have three GCSEs at grade 4 or above (or equivalent), including maths, plus one of the following qualifications, which must include level 3 maths covering the subjects of Algebra, trigonometry and calculus (see FME bridging module if you have not studied level 3 maths):

• At least one A level in an appropriate subject

• BTEC National Certificate in an appropriate engineering discipline

• BTEC National Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline

• Access to HE in Engineering

• any other Level 3 equivalent UK or international qualification in a relevant subject

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).