We look at each application individually, considering your grades, interview and any relevant experience. We typically expect students to have achieved 64 UCAS points or MPP in a Level 3 Diploma / Extended Diploma, alongside grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths. Mature students who don’t meet these standard entry requirements may be able to show us their potential through relevant experience. Applicants whose first language is not English and who do not have GCSE English will be asked to take an IELTS assessment or equivalent and will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0, with 6.0 in the writing element and at least 5.5 in all other sub elements.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
Our HNC Engineering for England course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), developed in collaboration with industry employers and aligned with current industry standards. This course is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education’;s Occupational Standards, ensuring you receive a qualification that meets the demands of the Engineering sector.
This course will:
Equip you with the skills, knowledge and understanding need to achieve high performance in the engineering and manufacturing environment
Develop an enquiring mind and the confidence to tackle complex engineering challenges across different engineering functions and to lead, manage, respond to change.
Provide the core skills required for a range of careers in engineering
Offer a balance between employability skills and the knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic ambitions
Develop your understanding of the major impact that new digital and software technologies have on the engineering environment
Provide insight into engineering operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplace and equip you with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values.
Further information
Designed for learners beginning higher-level engineering study or progressing from Level 3. Ideal for those seeking a mix of theory and practical learning to prepare for technical employment or further study toward the HND and specialist engineering roles.
- Applied technical project work.
- Engineering maths and design.
- Manufacturing and quality processes.
- Mechanical, electrical and digital topics.
- Professional practice and documentation.
Completion supports progression to the HND, higher apprenticeships or technical roles across engineering, manufacturing or maintenance. The qualification also builds the study skills required for degree-level learning and long-term career development.
Assessment is based on assignments, project work, reports and technical investigations. Regular feedback helps you refine accuracy, evaluate design choices and strengthen the behaviours expected in engineering settings, including teamwork, communication and structured problem solving.