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Electronic and Electrical Systems Engineering for England (HTQ)
- HNC
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Wigan
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
You will develop the analytical thinking skills and principles of electrical engineering employers are looking for. This programme will develop your knowledge to become a professional engineer, designing innovative products and services, as well as taking responsibility for complex engineering systems. You will develop competence in analysis and evaluation in order to problem solve.
Employers contribute to the course content, so you will be learning the skills that meet the needs of your specialist industry. We have access to a range of employers as part of our guest speaker programme such as Sellafield, Electricity Northwest, Jacobs, and Cavendish.
After completing the HNC you are able to progress to the HND for a further year.
The IET accreditation on behalf of the Engineering Council is available for those who progress and complete the BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering (top-up). Graduates will benefit from being able to apply for professional status as a Chartered Engineer.
As part of this course, you can take part in work placements which often lead to highly paid employment after completing your studies.
You will be taught by a professional team of tutors with a range of specialist expertise - from Chartered Engineering to Nuclear Decommissioning and Power Engineering.
This course is ideal for those who want to establish a careers in the industry or progress in their current position.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsModules
The mandatory modules include:
• Engineering Maths
• Engineering Science
• Programming for Engineers
• Professional Engineering Practice
• Engineering Mechanics and Materials
• Electrical Machines
• Electrical Systems and Fault Finding
• Analogue and Digital Electronics
Assessment method
The programme is assessed through a variety of methods, from written assignments, presentations and laboratory exercises.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Wigan
Study options
- HNC • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- LEC1
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Wigan and Leigh College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- LEC1
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are unable to accept International applications due to UKVI regulations.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
Students must also possess a Grade C/4 or above in Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
We reserve the right to interview applicants.
Students must also possess a Grade C/4 or above in Maths at GCSE or equivalent.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- We reserve the right to interview applicants.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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Course contact details
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Email:applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk
Phone:01942 761111
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