Course Summary

Our HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering course can be studied as a stand-alone qualification, or as the first year of the HND qualification. During this Level 4 course you will gain a broad understanding of Electrical Engineering principles. Delivered alongside the HNC Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering course, our expert tutors will give you a strong, sector-related emphasis on practical skills, and will help you to develop your existing knowledge of engineering. You will be able to expand your understand of mathematics, modern design, and electrical techniques, as well as mechanical principles to give you a broad understanding of all industrial needs. By the end of the course you will have developed a good mix of practical and employability skills to further your career or progress onto higher levels of study.

Course Details - Modules

During the course you will cover three core modules. During these modules you will explore the details and principles that underpin analytical methods and engineering science. You will also undertake a personal project that will require you to use your creative abilities to design, implement and evaluate a solution to an engineering problem. You may also decide to expand your knowledge in advanced electrical and electronic principles and the measurement and testing of electronics to complete the qualification. Core modules - Analytical Methods for Engineers - Engineering Science - Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation - Optional modules A range of modules you could choose are below (offered subject to demand and availability of resources): - Electrical and Electronic Principles - Health, Safety and Risk Assessment in Engineering - Electronic Principles - Electronic Computer-Aided Design - Electrical and Electronic Measurement and Testing The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.

Course Details – Assessment Method

See the Pearson website for assessment methods: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-higher-nationals/general-engineering-2017.html

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January 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: H601

Institution code: S83

Campus Name: Hastings (Ore Valley)

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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


We welcome applications from mature students without formal qualifications. We can accept mature students based on relevant work experience, and / or a portfolio. Please contact us for further information.

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

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 International students require a 6.5 overall with a 6 in writing.
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

Channel Islands 5950.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 5950.0 Year 1
EU 7500.0 Year 1
England 5950.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 5950.0 Year 1
Scotland 5950.0 Year 1
Wales 5950.0 Year 1
International 7500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Studying with us will give you excellent value for money. Our lower fees, compared to many other universities, help you to save money, while getting the very best from our expert tutors.

Provider information

Station Plaza
Station Approach
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Hastings, East Sussex
TN34 1BA

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