Mechatronics - HNC

Level 4 provides a solid foundation in the engineering sector, with a focus on mechatronic engineering. The units are designed to:

• Develop and strengthen your core skills.

• Prepare you for Level 5 studies or entry into employment. Course Overview

• Engineering Design

• Engineering Maths

• Managing a Professional Engineering Project

• Professional Engineering Management

• Further Mathematics Key Benefits:

Broad Knowledge: Gain a wide range of scientific and engineering knowledge.

Practical Skills: Develop hands-on skills through research, independent study, directed study, and workplace scenarios.

Transferable Skills: Enhance skills in communication, teamwork, research, and analysis. By the end of Level 4, you will have a solid understanding of basic mechatronic engineering concepts and competence in subject-specific skills. The program 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.

The Level 4 HNC offers a strong foundation for students looking to advance in their studies or careers in Engineering.

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.

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.

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.

HNC in Engineering

Core competencies are developed on the programme within a balanced framework of cognitive (knowledge), affective (behaviours) and psychomotor (practical) learning outcomes to encourage a more vocational and practical approach to learning.