Course summary
Do you like to know how things work? Interested in design? Or maybe you already work in the sector and you’re looking to upskill? Our Higher National Certificate in Engineering will give you the knowledge you need to excel in the industry. You will explore the skills, techniques and behaviours needed as a professional Engineer. You will not only become an engineer but a critical thinker, problem solver and analytical, using your knowledge of science and maths to solve problems and create solutions.
Modules
You will study three core modules: • Engineering mathematics • Engineering science • Design and project Then you will select an additional three modules from the following options: • Product engineering • Quality and process improvement • Computer Aided Design (CAD) • Fluid mechanics • Thermodynamics, heat pumps and engines • Engineering materials • Maintenance engineering • Electrical machines • Electronic circuits and devices • Electrical and electronic principles • Mechanical principles
Assessment method
A series of written and practical work is assessed by your tutors and will determine your overall grade.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HNG1
- Institution code:
- N06
- Campus name:
- Nelson Campus
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 36 points
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Nelson and Colne College Group
Scotland Road
Nelson
BB9 7YT