Course Summary

The HNC is a part time programme which is delivered over two years, either on a day release or evening basis. To achieve a HNC, a total of eight units must be successfully completed. This programme is designed to give you the flexibility and technical capability to be one of the engineers of the future, by exploring the integrated nature of engineering in general. This includes design, manufacture, maintenance, mechanical and electronic and electrical engineering. This knowledge can be applied across a huge range of industries, from food to plastics or pharmaceuticals. You could also work in utilities or even the armed forces. The HNC/D qualification is widely recognised in its own right and provides students with the skills required for employment in a broad range of industries with either a managerial or technical bias. This course will equip you with skills and knowledge across a range of core and more specialist units. The course will suit you if you’ve completed relevant studies at an advanced level (A Level or equivalent) or have relevant industry experience and want to pursue a career in engineering. This course has been developed in collaboration with our external partners to ensure that your education is relevant and up-to-date. Emphasising the importance of work-based experience, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to existing companies and gain valuable skills that will inform your future practice. Features and Benefits - Study a course that provides you with the essential skills and experience to enhance your employability or prepare you for further study. - Study in a supportive environment, with a range of services at your fingertips to help you reach your full potential. - Access to our specialist Engineering Labs and industry relevant software, equipment, resources and expertise - Loughborough College was awarded TEF Gold 2019. - Be a full member of Loughborough Students Union- consistently voted No.1 for student experience.

Course Details - Modules

Engineering Maths Engineering Science Engineering Design Managing a Professional Engineering Project Mechanical Principles Electrical and Electronic Principles CAD Material, Properties and Testing

Course Details – Assessment Method

he programme uses a variety of assessment techniques to ensure that you can demonstrate the range of learning outcomes. Subject knowledge and understanding is assessed through examinations, coursework essays, coursework reports, individual or group presentations, written evaluations, debates and posters will be used as other forms of assessment. These also assess a range of transferable skills, including confidence in academic written communication.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

Deadline are not listed for this Course. 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: Application Code are not listed for this Course.

Institution code: L77

Campus Name: Main Site

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.loucoll.ac.uk/undergraduate-study/courses/hnc-d-in-engineering-general

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 79%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 4500.0 Year 1
International 4500.0 Year 1
England 4500.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 4500.0 Year 1
Scotland 4500.0 Year 1
Wales 4500.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 4500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

The cost of some activities are not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included in your fees can be found on our website.

Provider information

Radmoor Road
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Loughborough
LE11 3BT

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