Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Engineering (General)
West London Institute of Technology

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HNC - Higher National Certificate

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Uxbridge Campus

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Full Time

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SEP, OCT

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1 year

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HNC - Higher National Certificate

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Uxbridge Campus

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Course info

Who is the course forThis one year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill / upskill in the engineering sector.Study MethodsMixture of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 15 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. ...Read more

Who is the course for

This one year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill / upskill in the engineering sector.

Study Methods

Mixture of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 15 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.).

How is the course assessed

Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks and presentations and tests (10%).

Where next - Further Studies

Students passing the HNC course will be able to progress onto the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering (General Engineering), with a view to completing a full degree programme at university. Many professional bodies also recognise the HNC for further professional study.

Where next - Job Opportunities

The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles: production engineer, design engineer, project engineering, installation and commissioning, maintenance engineer, technical sales, technical trainers, technician, lecturers, quality control, electromechanical engineer etc.

Modules

Modules (Level 4)
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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

C Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

C Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:

MP Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma:

MPP Grades / Points required

One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in an Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or international equivalent of the above (UK NARIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering.

One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in an Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or international equivalent of the above (UK NARIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering.

One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in an Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or international equivalent of the above (UK NARIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering.

One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in an Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or international equivalent of the above (UK NARIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering.

Tuition fees

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England

£6,000 per year

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Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.

£7,700 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.

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Uni info

West London Institute of Technology
West London Institute of Technology , Uxbridge

The West London Institute of Technology (WLIoT) is a specialist higher education institution for Level 4 and 5 courses across...

West London Institute of Technology
Park Road Uxbridge UB8 1NQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Uxbridge Vine Street  0.4 miles away

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