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HNC - Higher National Certificate
Kingston College - Kingston Hall Road Centre
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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HNC - Higher National Certificate
Kingston College - Kingston Hall Road Centre
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a subject
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of some sector-specific skills and experience through the specialist units in each pathway. This effectively builds underpinning core skills while preparing the student for more intense subject specialisation if students progress to HND (Level 5). Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace activities. The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of some sector-specific skills and experience through the specialist units in each pathway. This effectively builds underpinning core skills while preparing the student for more intense subject specialisation if students progress to HND (Level 5). Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace activities.
Progression Next Steps
Students who successfully complete this qualification may wish to progress to a Higher National Diploma in Engineering, an undergraduate degree or employment in Engineering, Maintenance-related roles.
Exam type
A levelA level:
C Grades / Points required
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
C Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Students need two appropriate full A Levels one of which must be Maths at a minimum of grade C. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. International students need to have IELTS or other English language test scores, it may vary based on the course-specific requirements.
All students must have Maths and English at GCSE grade C/4 (or Level 2 equivalent). Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. International students need to have IELTS or other English language test scores, it may vary based on the course-specific requirements.
Successful completion of a full BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering, with a minimum of two units with Merit grades, one of which must be a Maths unit. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications. International students need to have IELTS or other English language test scores, it may vary based on the course-specific requirements.
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