Course summary
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Rail Engineering course is designed to reflect the increasing need for high quality professional and technical education pathways at Level 4. The HNC course offers 2 specialist pathways, Track or Tractions and Rolling Stock. BMet would use the Track and Traction and Rolling Stock pathways to offer a natural progression for students who complete Level 3 qualifications and allows a higher-level of understanding and knowledge of the rail industry to assist in achieving promotions and higher job opportunities. The HNC course is taught at our James Watt College site using industry experts and the onsite rail track and equipment. On successful completion of the HNC qualification you can progress on to the Higher National Diploma (HND) Rail Engineering course or you may be eligible to progress into the second or third year of a subject related degree at a University or as part of a higher level apprenticeship programme.
Modules
The HNC course consists of 8 modules, totalling 120 credits, titled: Electro, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems (Track pathway only) Engineering Design Engineering Maths Engineering Science Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set) Material, Properties and Testing Railway Operations Track Design Traction and Rolling Stock Systems (Traction and Rolling Stock pathway only)
Assessment method
Assessments will be undertaken for each module and they will be in the form of written tasks, practicals, exams, presentations, observations, group work and research assignment. These assessments will be carried out over the module and spread out to allow time to complete. Each module has a number of Pass, Merit and Distinction criteria that must be met. All 8 modules must be achieved to pass the overall qualification.
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- 001R
- Institution code:
- B30
- Campus name:
- James Watt College
- Campus code:
- J
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
BMet do not hold a Tier 4 sponsor licence with UK Visas and Immigration, therefore, we are unable to accept international students on our courses.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - MPP
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - MM
You are required to have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths. We will accept Level 2 equivalences for English and Maths in place of GCSEs. We encourage applications from students who do not meet the entry requirements outlined but can demonstrate ability through work experience, portfolio of evidence or successful interview.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.bmet.ac.uk/course/rail-engineering-higher-national-certificate/
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Interview
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
If you do not hold a Level 2 English and/or Maths qualification you may be required to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your current literacy and/or numeracy levels and/or a free writing assessment.
English language requirements
Students whose first language is not English must have a minimum standard of English at IELTS Level 5.5 with no element below 5.0.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6500 | Year 1 |
| England | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note that the tuition fee stated is charged per year of study and we intend to increase tuition fees in subsequent years using the Retail Price Index (RPI-X).
BMet do not hold a Tier 4 sponsor licence with UK Visas and Immigration, therefore, we are unable to accept international students on our courses.
Provider information
BMet (Birmingham Metropolitan College)
Jennens Road
Birmingham
B4 7PS