HNC Engineering (General)

The HNC in Engineering (General) course is the perfect starting point for those who seek to work in engineering.

Studying with us full time, two days a week; or part time, one day a week at the University and Professional Development Centre, you'll not only gain valuable knowledge but also the opportunity to acquire real work experience that can lead to employment with training for specific roles during the rest of the week.

The Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC Engineering (General) is a course that covers key knowledge, understanding and practical skills for roles with an operational bias:

Career Paths may include:

  • Engineering Technician

  • Operations Engineering Technician

  • Maintenance Engineer

  • Integration and Test Technician

  • Assistant Project Manager

Path to Higher Education: This course is your direct route to employment in the construction industry. But that's not all - upon completion, you'll also have access to an HND in the second year, opening doors to a BEng (Hons) degree.

Modules and full course details

What is the course like?

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Entry Requirements HNC

UCAS Tariff: 48

GCSE English and maths at grade 4/C or above.

A BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering A-Levels / T-Levels that demonstrates a strong performance in a relevant subject. Relevant work experience. Our Recognition of Prior Learning policy means that applicants’ previous learning and experience can be considered, and they may be awarded certain qualifications or units of a qualification based on that learning or experience.


Period of Study

1 year full time or 2 years part time

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Fees

£6,360 per year full time

£3,180 per year part time

Details of any incidental costs related on this course can be found on the course factsheet.

Study will be delivered at the University Studies and Professional Development Centre at West Suffolk College.


These Higher National courses are Pearson awards that are quality assured against national Quality Assurance Association benchmarks and regulated by the Office for Students.