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Electrical Engineering - HNC

Course code: P06098

Subject area: Engineering

Study level: Undergraduate

Course level: 4

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Tuesday

Course date:

1st Aug 2025 - 31st Jul 2027

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Ignite your future with our HNC in Electrical Engineering – a dynamic program designed to spark innovation and expertise.
The HNC in Electrical Engineering course is designed for those who aim to excel in the fast-paced world of electrical engineering. The course covers engineering design, engineering maths, managing a professional engineering project, professional engineering management, and further mathematics, complimented by a range of specialist optional modules. Our HNC programme offers:

In-depth Knowledge: Dive into electrical theory and systems with our comprehensive curriculum.

Practical Skills: Engage in hands-on projects and experiments in cutting-edge laboratories.

Professional Tutors: Learn from experts with real-world experience.

Career Advancement: Open doors to new opportunities and professional growth in the electrical engineering field.

Course units
Level 4 provides a foundational introduction to the engineering sector, incorporating the latest advancements. These units enhance core skills and readiness for Level 5 studies or entry into employment.

• Gain broad scientific and engineering knowledge.

• Develop practical skills through research, independent study, and workplace scenarios.

• Acquire key behavioural and transferable skills like communication, teamwork, research, and analysis.

• Achieve competence in basic manufacturing engineering concepts.

What next?
The Level 4 HNC offers a strong foundation for students looking to advance in their studies or careers in Engineering. The programme focuses on developing essential skills through a balanced approach, emphasising knowledge (cognitive), behaviours (affective), and practical abilities (psychomotor). This encourages a hands-on and practical learning experience with a vocational emphasis.

Career Development Opportunities:Upon successful completion of the Level 4 HNC, students can:• Enter employment in the Engineering sector.• Continue in their current employment with enhanced skills.• Connect with relevant professional bodies.• Commit to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).• Progress to university for further academic advancement.

Entry criteria
To apply for this course, applicants should meet one of the following criteria:
• Level 3 Qualification in any Engineering
• A Level Profile: Strong performance in a relevant subject, or adequate performance in multiple GCE subjects. Supported by GCSE grades A* to C (or equivalent) in subjects like Mathematics and English (grades 9 to 4 in the new grading system).
• Other Related Level 3 Qualifications
• Access to Higher Education Diploma: From an approved further education institution.
• Relevant Work Experience
• International Equivalent: To the above qualifications.
Fee information
Tuition Fee: £6,000 total/ £3,000 per year

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£0.00

Qualifications received
HNC in Engineering