Course summary
This is a one-year full-time Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) equivalent to Year 1 of an Hons Degree and approved as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). HTQs are technical qualifications that employers have helped develop so you can get the right training and skills you need to succeed at work. HTQs are an alternative to apprenticeships or degrees and may suit you if you want a more practical, employer-led study programme. The Level 4 HNC provides a broad introduction to the engineering sector as well as a focused introduction to aeronautical engineering.This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing you for more specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility. You will gain a wide range of scientific and engineering knowledge linked to practical skills obtained through research, independent and directed study, and workplace scenarios. You will be involved in vocational activities that help develop behaviours and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and in the workplace. By the end of Level 4 study, you will have sound knowledge of the basic concepts of aeronautical engineering. Having completed the HNC in Year 1, you have the opportunity to progress to a Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in year two that is also approved as a HTQ. Once you have achieved the HND you may consider entering the workforce in a technical or managerial role or seek to continue your education by applying to complete a Level 6 Hons Degree qualification (top-up).
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Modules
In year one you will study for the HNC in engineering: all eight units must be completed. Engineering design; engineering maths; managing a professional engineering project (Pearson set project); aircraft aerodynamics; Aircraft Electrical Power and Distribution Systems; airframe mechanical systems; composite materials for aerospace applications; turbine rotary wing mechanical and flight systems. After successful completion of the HNC in year one, you will study a further eight units for the HND in year two. Professional engineering management; Further Mathematics; Aircraft Flight Control Systems; Aircraft Propulsion Principles and Technology; Aircraft Structural Integrity; Avionic Systems; Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Design and Performance; Advanced Turbine Rotary Wing Aircraft Mechanical and Flight Systems.
Assessment method
You will undertake a range of both written and practical assignments, presentations and in-class controlled assessments.
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
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:
- C787
- Institution code:
- L36
- Campus name:
- Abbey Park Campus
- Campus code:
- 1
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Leicester College is not a Home Office Student Sponsor and does not accept applications from international students. We can only accept applications from students already resident in the UK. EU / EEA nationals resident in the UK must be able to demonstrate that they have gained either ‘Settled’ or ‘Pre-settled’ status under the EU Settlement Scheme. Other non-UK nationals (apart from Irish nationals) must demonstrate they have valid UK residency / leave to remain in the UK to be considered for admission. Right to study in the UK does not automatically confer Home fee status and you may be required to undertake a fee status assessment to confirm your eligibility for student funding.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £6165 | Year 1 |
England | £6165 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
Wales | £6165 | 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
Leicester College
Freemen's Park Campus
Aylestone Road
Leicester
LE2 7LW
Clearing contact details
Enquiry FormAdmissions Office
01162 295607
Additional information
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