Engineering Mechanical

Our HNC Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering course can be studied as a stand-alone qualification, or as the first year of the HND qualification. During this Level 4 course you will gain a broad understanding of mechanical and manufacturing principles.

Delivered alongside the HNC Electrical & Electronic Engineering, our expert tutors will give you a strong, sector-related emphasis on practical skills, and will help you to develop your existing knowledge of engineering. You will be able to expand your understanding of mathematics, modern design, and manufacturing techniques, as well as electrical principles to give you a broad understanding of all industrial needs.

Visiting guest lecturers and industry experts will provide you with a thought-provoking insight into real-life engineering examples. You will be able to to work in your own dedicated space with access to the latest PC and Mac computer software, and smaller class sizes give you increased contact time with your tutors.

With career progression in mind, by the end of the course you will have developed a good mix of practical and employability skills to further your career or progress onto higher levels of study.

In 2024 we were awarded an exceptional 94% National Student Survey (NSS) rating. Every university in the UK takes part in the NSS, as do many colleges. This survey gathers students’ opinions on the quality of their courses which helps to inform prospective students’ choices and provide data that supports universities and colleges to improve the student experience. East Sussex College University Courses is very proud of our extremely high score. The NSS is managed by the OfS on behalf of the UK funding and regulatory bodies.