Course summary
**As a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), this program is not just an educational pathway; it's a transformative experience designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career in the mechanical engineering industry. Our curriculum blends engineering principles with specialised units in mechanical engineering.** Through hands-on learning experiences and practical projects, you'll learn the core concepts of mechanical engineering, gaining invaluable real-world skills along the way. As a HTQ, this course is designed to meet the evolving demands of employers, ensuring that you graduate not only with knowledge but also with the practical expertise needed to excel in your career. We collaborate closely with industry partners to develop modules that are directly relevant to the mechanical engineering sector, providing you with a clear pathway to employment, apprenticeships, or further study. You will develop your skills and knowledge in a broad range of areas covering range of engineering units, which are: Engineering Design Engineering Maths Managing a Professional Engineering Project Mechanical Principles Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines Production Engineering for Manufacture and Quality and Process Improvement. All taught by industrial experts and set up to develop the right skill level making you work ready within the sector.
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Modules
You will develop your skills and knowledge in a broad range of areas covering range of engineering units, which are: Engineering Design Engineering Maths Managing a Professional Engineering Project Mechanical Principles Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines Production Engineering for Manufacture and Quality and Process Improvement.
Assessment method
Assignments, Portfolios and Project reports.
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 - 48 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £4500 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £4500 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £4500 | Year 1 |
Wales | £4500 | 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
Provider information
Gateshead College
Baltic Campus
Quarryfield Road
Gateshead
NE8 3BE