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HE Level 4

Level 4 HNC Mechanical Engineering for England (Full-Time)

  • Campus

    Lincoln Campus

  • Start Date

    September 2024

  • Duration

    1 Year (Full-time)

The HNC Mechanical Engineering for England programme is ideal for students wishing to work within the engineering industry. Students firstly study the HNC and then have the option to progress to the HND.

 

The HNC is an eight unit qualification which involves studying four mandatory core subjects and a further four specialist subjects. The units have been chosen to meet a broad range of local industry needs.

Assessments are mainly by assignment with some testing in the analytical subjects. The course provides high quality industry related training for those who wish to pursue a career in the engineering sector.

This course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). HTQs are technical qualifications that have been developed by employers and awarding bodies so students can develop the skills that employers want.

UCAS Institution Code: L42       UCAS Course Code: 003H

Applications for this course are processed through UCAS. To apply for this course please make a note of the Institution Code and UCAS Course code above and click on the Apply Online at UCAS button.

  • Engineering Design

  • Engineering Maths

  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project

  • Mechanical Principles

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines

  • Production Engineering for Manufacture

  • Quality and Process Improvement

*Optional modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.

A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points from:

  • GCE A and AS Levels with at least one subject at A Level 

  • BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject

  • Access to HE Diploma

  • T Levels

  • Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher

Plus

  • GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above

  • GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above

*For mature applicants, some experience may be taken in lieu of A Levels/BTECs

EU and International Applicants

  • ENIC confirmed equivalent of 48 UCAS points

  • IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa

Students will study on the Lincoln College campus for the full duration of the course using our dedicated teaching areas. Full-time, one year. Two days per week. Course contact hours are typically comprised of: 16 hours contact time.

It is expected that students complete between eight and 16 hours of additional independent study per week in order to be successful on this programme.

The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include:

  • Practical assessments

  • Timed assessments

  • Coursework

  • Written assessments

Progression

The HNC is a qualification which is widely recognised in its own right and is designed to provide students with the skills required for employment in a range of associated professions. On successful completion of the course students may apply to continue at the college to study HND Engineering.

Per Academic Year

  • Home Students - £8,000

  • International Students - £9,500

Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student’s continuous enrolment.
 

Additional Course Costs

  • Scientific calculator - £10 (compulsory)

Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.

Additional compulsory course costs may be able to be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The scheme allows students to access the bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 for full-time or £250 part-time students) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.

This course is validated by Pearson. The validating institution is responsible for awarding the qualification at the end of the programme. Students on validated courses are OfS registered, funded and taught at Lincoln College and it is the responsibility of the College to manage all aspects of this provision. The validating institution maintains an oversight of the programme throughout the academic year and must be satisfied that students are being taught in line with the required academic standards of the awarding institution. For full details and information of the responsibilities and conditions of study of both Lincoln College and the validating partners please see the Policies section.

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