Engineering for England (HTQ)

University Centre Grimsby
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineeringMechanical engineering

About this course

Our HNC General Engineering has been aligned with the occupational standard for Engineering Manufacturing Technician and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE). Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) have been approved to meet relevant sector occupational standards.

The programme evaluates the underpinning areas of engineering, design, processes, systems and technology, including various branches of science and mathematics.

It is designed to provide students who are seeking to further their career in a range of manufacturing, processing and service industries, e.g. Chemical plant, Refinery, oil and gas, renewables, offshore, marine, automotive, refrigeration plant, etc. The HNC provides students who have completed a BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline with a thorough understanding of eight further engineering subjects.

On completion of the HNC in Engineering, students can progress to the HND in Engineering.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2123 Electrical engineers
2129 Engineering professionals
2126 Aerospace engineers
2122 Mechanical engineers
3116 Planning, process and production technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Grimsby
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering, Mechanical engineering