Higher Education
HNC General Engineering
This HNC General Engineering course is ideal for those currently working in industry who may want to progress into engineering management, or who wish to gain professional recognition by gaining a higher qualification geared to the needs of industry. By completing a General Engineering qualification you will have a broad base of skills and knowledge to build on for the future.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
This part-time course starts in September taking two years to complete as a day release course.
What will I study?
You will be taught at our Engineering Centre. The course offers the opportunity to study General Engineering at a technical level, and as such provides you with a qualification that reflects your theoretical and practical knowledge. You will also develop an understanding of different organisations and managing change.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by a combination of assignments, progress tests, classwork, case studies and formal end of session assessment. You will be fully supported by our expert experienced tutor team with a wide range of interests reflecting all areas of Engineering. All staff have experience of working in industry.
Assessment takes placed throughout the academic year and is not end loaded. You will be fully supported by your tutor.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
You should possess a National Certificate/Diploma in Engineering, a GNVQ in Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
Mature learners with appropriate life experience will have their prior learning and skills taken into account for entry onto this course.
What are the course fees?
Tuition fees are £2,625 plus VAT per annum for learners enrolling in academic year 2023/24. Various tuition fee payment methods may be available to learners/employers. More information is available upon application.
What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?
This HNC General Engineering provides you with the skills demanded by industry. It will equip you to work within various engineering disciplines. Alternatively, you could progress onto a number of career options ranging from technical support to middle management. General Engineering will give you a broad base of skills for you to specialise in. You will be exposed to a wide array of engineering disciplines which may fuel your interests.
A General Engineering HNC will also open doors to further levels of academic study. On completion of this course, you could progress to HND courses of similar structure or relevant degree courses such as the BEng Manufacturing Engineering with us.
HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Our HNC Electrical / Electronic Engineering allows you to up your engineering skills and work towards becoming a professional engineer. The course will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to bring together engineering elements in project based assignments related to the needs of the engineering sector.
It is also an ideal progression route for those who have completed a level 3 engineering course or apprenticeship and wish to expand their current qualifications and take their level of education higher.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
This part-time course starts in September taking two years to complete as a day release course.
What will I study?
You will be taught at our Engineering Centre. During this course you will develop a broad-based knowledge at a technical level, and as such provides you with a qualification that reflects your theoretical and practical knowledge.. You will also develop an understanding of different organisations and managing change.
You will complete a realistic technological project utilising the skills and knowledge from the course as well as some planning tools and techniques to manage the project effectively.
How will I be assessed?
All units are assessed by a selected combination of assignments, progress tests, classwork, case studies and end of session assessment.
Assessment takes placed throughout the academic year and is not end loaded. You will be fully supported by our experienced team with a wide range of interests reflecting all areas of Engineering. All staff have experience of working in industry.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
You should hold one of the following qualifications:
Engineering National Certificate/Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or possess an equivalent qualification.
Mature learners with appropriate life experience will have their prior learning and skills taken into account for entry onto this course.
What are the course fees?
Tuition fees are £2,625 plus VAT per annum for learners enrolling in academic year 2023/24. Various tuition fee payment methods may be available to learners / employers. More information is available upon application.
Careers and Progression Route
The HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering provides you with the skills demanded by industry, recognised by employers and enhances promotion prospects in supervisory, junior and middle management positions within the industry.
Learners who complete this course can progress to the HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering at University Centre St Helens or potentially directly onto the second year of an appropriate degree at University.