Engineering (General Engineering)

University of Suffolk
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Engineering and technology

A-Level Entry

CC

UCAS Points

60 points

About this course

The Pearson Higher National Certificate in Engineering (General Engineering)  is designed to develop you as professional, self-reflecting individual who is able to meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving engineering sector.

The course is structured to cover topics such as Engineering Design, Engineering Math, Engineering science and Engineering Project which forms basis for your Engineering professional development and for further study. The qualification also aims to prepare and widen access to higher education for the those who wish to progress to level 6, after completing their level 4 and 5 study respectively.

The units studied have been selected in association with local employers in a variety of industries, aiming to satisfy their future needs. The qualification aims to develop knowledge and skills in engineering that will allow you to make positive contributions to employers as fast as possible and so progress in a career.

Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments. On completion of the course students can progress onto the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering (General Engineering).

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CC
UCAS Tariff Points 60 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2129 Engineering professionals
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
2123 Electrical engineers
3114 Building and civil engineering technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Lowestoft
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Engineering and technology