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Mechanical Engineering
- Higher National Certificate
- 2 Years
- Part-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Bedford College
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
The Level 4 HNC lays the foundation of higher learning in mechanical engineering. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing students for specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment and will be competent in a range of subject-specific and general skills and qualities relevant to key areas of engineering.
This HNC is specifically designed for students wishing to progress in mechanical engineering. It provides a good grounding in Engineering whilst providing a specialism at higher level in a range of mechanical subjects.
All units are supported by industry experienced staff in purpose built labs extensively equipped for this subject area.
This course is one day a week for two years.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsModules
Course Modules
U4002: Engineering Maths
U4008: Mechanical Principles
U4011: Fluid Mechanics
U4013: Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines
U4004: Managing a Project
U4001: Engineering Design
U4014: Prod Eng Manufacture
U4017: Quality & Process
Assessment method
Assignments, in class time constrained assessments, multiple choice questions.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Bedford College
Study options
- Higher National Certificate • Part-Time • 2 Years
Start dates
- September 2027
Application codes
- Institution code:
- B23
- Campus name:
- Bedford College
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Bedford College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- B23
- Campus name:
- Bedford College
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma with an overall grade of Merit or above,
or
A Levels in Maths and Physics achieving grade C or above,
or
Level 3 T Level in Engineering with overall Merit or above,
or
Entry may also be gained to the course based on suitable industry experience or alternative qualifications to be determined at interview. https://bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/courses/mechanical-engineering-htq-part-time-db066b12l1/
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You will be required to attend an interview
- Other
- Entry may also be gained to the course based on suitable industry experience or alternative qualifications to be determined at interview.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Course optionsFees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £7500 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
*Fees subject to change
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