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Non-Destructive Testing (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
Key Facts
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Duration
Distance Learning: 1 – 2 years
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Level
UndergraduateUG BSc (Hons)
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Distance Learning: £840 per 20 credit module
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Distance Learning: £1,240 per 20 credit module
Updated 23/10/2025
Updated 23/10/2025
Get in touch
UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
Overview
This Non-Destructive Testing BSc (Hons) course builds upon the ideas explored during the Non-Destructive Testing FdSc to increase knowledge and skills which will help you in your current job and increase your career prospects. In order to complete the award, you will study four modules and complete a substantial project, to a total of 120 credits. The non-destructive testing degree is closely linked to the Personal Certificate of Non-Destructive Testing (PCN) through the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BiNDT).
This course is available via Distance Learning with a January intake.
If you are looking for our Apprenticeship in Non-Destructive Testing (Level 6 NDT Engineer), please visit our Apprenticeship pages.
Highlights
- Top-up your FdSc qualification to a BSc non-destructive testing degree.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be expected to have successfully completed the Non-Destructive Testing FdSc qualification or have an equivalent professional qualification.
For more more information on how to make an application for the Non-Destructive Testing Top-Up degree, 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.
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.
What You'll Learn
On the Non-Destructive Testing Top-Up BSc at the University of Northampton you will study advanced NDT techniques, such as corrosion analysis, thermographic testing, vibration analysis and advanced inspection techniques. An extended project is carried out as part of the course, relating to your work in NDT and focusing on your choice of topic.
Compulsory Modules
This module will enable students to develop comprehensive knowledge and the required skills for inspecting corroded materials non-destructively. It will provide the electrochemical, environmental and metallurgical aspects of corrosion principles and mechanisms and techniques for corrosion prevention and control. It provides information on procedural issues including data interpretation and analysis.
This module will provide students with a thorough knowledge and understanding of thermal nondestructive testing (thermographic imaging).
At the end of this module, students will have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of how vibration analysis can be used in condition monitoring.
This module will enable students to have a thorough knowledge and understanding of advanced nondestructive testing methods and techniques. These will include advanced ultrasonic methods, advanced radiographic methods and advanced eddy current techniques.
This module provides the opportunity for students to undertake the research and self-management of a project. Students will gain experience of managing the development of a substantial piece of work, to develop their research methods and to demonstrate a professional approach to work.
Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 25/26. The modules relating to the academic year 26/27 will be available from June 2026.
How will I be taught on the Non-Destructive Testing degree?
Our virtual learning environment facilitates constant communication between you and course leaders. You are able to access key course materials at times to suit you and can submit the assignments electronically.
The course is available full-time or part-time and you can choose which modules to study at each stage.
You can take one module as a taster to decide if the full course is for you, or just to specialist in one area.
Modules are assessed by coursework only.
This course is closely linked to PCN certification through the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT.)
Fees and Funding
2025/26 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK – Distance Learning: £840 per 20 credit module
- International – Distance Learning: £1,240 per 20 credit module
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.
There are currently no additional costs anticipated for this NDT course for 2025 entry.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK – Distance Learning: £820 per 20 credit module
- International – Distance Learning: £1,210 per 20 credit module
Careers and Employability
On completion of this NDT course you will be awarded a BSc Honours degree in Non-Destructive Testing.
Graduates often go on to progress through their career in Non-Destructive Testing, including managerial positions.
