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UndergraduateWarwickshire College and University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The Higher National Engineering awards are designed to provide each student with engineering knowledge and understanding appropriate to their engineering interests, employment and vocational needs. BTECs are work-related qualifications for students taking their first steps into employment, or for those already in employment and seeking career development opportunities. BTECs provide progression into the workplace either directly or via study at university and are also designed to meet employers’ needs. Therefore, Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications are widely recognised by industry and higher education as the principal vocational qualification at Levels 4 and 5. There is now a greater emphasis on employer engagement and work readiness. The new BTEC Higher National qualifications in Engineering are designed to reflect this increasing need for high quality professional and technical education pathways at Levels 4 and 5. These qualifications provide students with a clear pathway to employment, appropriate support during employment and a recognised progression route to gain the further learning required at Level 6 to achieve Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration or to the final stages of a degree. Applicants should have successfully completed a HNC in Engineering (RQF) with units including Maths, Science, Design and Project. Due to changes made by the examining body, applicants who have successfully completed the HNC in Engineering (QCF) can no longer progress onto the HND in General Engineering (RQF) course, unless they have successfully completed the HNC in Engineering (RQF) qualification. It is possible to study this course as an apprentice. If you already work for an employer who wants to sponsor your apprenticeship, then you need to ask them to call our Business Development Team on 0330 135 6940 or email [email protected] to ensure that the relevant paperwork is completed. This course is delivered by Warwickshire College and awarded by Pearson. For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions
Modules
To achieve the new Higher National Diploma (RQF) you will be required to complete a selection of modules which amount to 120 credits. There are core, specialist and proposed optional units on this course: Core units (Mandatory): • Research Project (30 credits) • Professional Engineering Management (Pearson-set) (15 credits) Specialist units (Mandatory): • Further Mathematics (15 credits) • Lean Manufacturing (15 credits) Proposed Optional units: • Advanced Mechanical Principles (15 credits) • Sustainability (15 credits) • Further Electrical, Electronic and Digital Principles (15 credits)
Assessment method
A wide range of assessment methods and equipment appropriate to the learning outcomes and assessment criteria will be used, and will consider the practices used within the Engineering sector. Whilst credit is awarded at a threshold level of achievement only, grading arrangements will apply to individual units which will allow for the reward of merit and distinction achievement according to Edexcel's published grading domains and criteria. Provision will be made for all engineering Higher National students to be eligible for grades beyond a pass level. Assessment is considered an important part of the learning process. In designing the forms of assessment for this award, care has been taken to ensure that all assessments test the skills and knowledge needed in the Engineering working environment. Formative and summative assessment methods are diverse and include problem based assignments, work-based projects requiring oral and written reports, individual exercises, experimental work, work-based assignments and phased tests.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
Applicants should have successfully completed a HNC in Engineering (RQF) qualification with units including Maths, Science, Design and Project. Due to changes made by the examining body, applicants who have successfully completed the HNC in Engineering (QCF) can no longer progress onto the HND in General Engineering (RQF) course, unless they have successfully completed the HNC in Engineering (RQF) qualification.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Selected applicants will be invited to attend an interview prior to being offered a place. Applicants will be assessed on individual experience and should be able to provide proof of entry qualifications.
Other
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7145 | Year 1 |
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
WCUC tuition fees are listed per academic year and will remain for the duration of your course.
The following course-related costs are not included in the tuition fees:
Printing
Cost of books that you might wish to purchase
Cost of electrical equipment such as laptops, notebooks and stationery for your personal use
Accommodation and living costs not included in the fees:
This information can be obtained from our Accommodation webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/accommodation).
Sources of financial support
If you receive funding from Student Finance you may be eligible to apply for additional benefits. Details can be obtained from our HE fees and financial support webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/page/2428/he-fees-and-financial-support).
Bursaries
WCG also provides bursaries for undergraduate students, for which you may be eligible to apply. You can check your eligibility for these types of financial support, along with their value and application deadlines, at our HE fees and financial support webpage (https://wcg.ac.uk/page/2428/he-fees-and-financial-support).
Provider information
Warwickshire College and University Centre
Warwick New Road
Leamington Spa
CV32 5JE