Engineering HNC

Course Content

• Course Details

  This Engineering HNC programme has been designed to provide the flexible option of one or two-year attendance. The modules have been designed to explore the many areas of engineering and give the student a sound understanding of the analytical subjects related to engineering as well looking at the Engineering Industry and developing important skills in Engineering Design. You will undertake individual and group work to enhance your communication, research and presentation skills. You will also explore the use engineering drawing and the production of engineering models and drawings using computer technology. You will also study analysis of the key areas of quality standards sustainability project management and ethics.

  To gain the HNC qualification, you must complete six compulsory modules to a total of 120 credits and it may be possible for you to progress onto the Engineering BSc (Hons) qualifications at the University of Northampton on completion of this course.

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• Entry Requirements

  The course is designed to support the Engineering industry by providing highly skilled and motivated individuals that have the opportunity to progress into a broad range of engineering careers. Those without relevant work experience may enter the course with one A-level qualification or MM at BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering, as well as GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (or recognised Level 2 equivalent).

  For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

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• Fees and Funding

  2024/25 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK – Part Time: £4,620 (60 Credits)
  • International – Full Time: £15,200

  Additional Costs

  There are currently no additional costs anticipated for this course for 2024 entry.

  2023/24 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 23/24 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK – Part Time: £4,620 (60 Credits)
  • International – Full Time: £14,750

  Additional Costs

  There are currently no additional costs anticipated for this course for 2023 entry.

   

  For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our Scholarships page.

  For more information about possible funding options, please visit our Fees and Funding pages.

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• FAQs

  Where will I be taught and what is the schedule?

  This qualification is taught at the University of Northampton Waterside campus and offers full-time (2 days a week  – 2 semesters) and part-time (1 day a week, 2 semesters per year) study options.

  Will I have access to specialist facilities?

  Yes, you will have access to the following during your course:

  • Newly-built specialist Engineering labs and interactive learning zones
  • Dedicated Electrical/Electronics Lab
  • Dedicated Mechanical Science Lab
  • Dedicated Engineering Workshop
  • Full CAD facilities
  • Well designed and populated Virtual Learning Environment to offer students access to course notes, assignments and other learning resources.

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