Engineering is a huge field with incredible job opportunities, and we can help you take the first step in your engineering education. Designed to be completed part-time with your employer, you’ll learn the basics of mechanical engineering and the study skills you need to take your learning further. Designed for If you’re interested in how things work and want to take your learning further, an HNC in Mechanical Engineering is for you. Study part-time for two years alongside your job. The HNC is equivalent to year one of a degree, allowing you to progress to an HND or BSc. University Quality Assurance Course Highlights Part-time study Many of our HNC students are sponsored by their employers to gain their qualifications alongside paid work. Practical learning Each module includes practical tasks so you can put your learning to the test. State-of-the-art facilities Our labs let you apply the theory learned in our classrooms to facilities that mirror the real world. Top in Wales Mechanical Engineering is top in Wales for teaching quality. (National Student Survey 2025)