HNC in Engineering for England (HTQ)

The curriculum emphasizes a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for the modern professional engineer.

The course content is developed in collaboration with employers, professional bodies, and higher education institutions to meet current and future demands in the engineering sector.

England-Specific:

This version of the HNC is designated for England and is not available to be delivered in other countries, as perPearson qualifications .

Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ):

Approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), this qualification is recognised for its quality and relevance to employer needs.

Entry Requirements

• BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering
• GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* to C (or equivalent) and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as Mathematics and English
• Other related Level 3 qualifications
• Access to Higher Education Diploma from an approved further education institution
• An international equivalent to the above qualifications.

Modules

• Unit 4001: Engineering Design
• Unit 4002: Engineering Maths
• Unit 4004: Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set)
• Unit 4006: Mechatronics
• Unit 4008: Mechanical Principles
• Unit 4014: Production Engineering for Manufacture
• Unit 4017: Quality and Process Improvement
• Unit 4020: Digital Principles

Assessment

Assessed through a variety of methods including- Assignments, report writing, group and individual presentations, and exams.

With a HNC in Engineering, you could earn a salary in excess of £28,000 across a broad range of roles through the Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing sector. You\’ll be eligible to apply for roles such as Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, Quality Engineer, Product Engineer, Project Engineer, Control Engineer.