Student Handbook 2024/25
Engineering (General) (Level 4 Higher National Certificate)
Pearson BTEC
Engineering
Available Sessions
You may be eligible for funding on this course *
If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company
* Terms and Conditions apply
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Maths
- Managing a Professional Engineering Project
- (Optional) : CAD
- (Optional) : CAM
- (Optional) : Fluid Mechanics
- (Optional) : PLCs
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
32 UCAS points with at least one pass in a related discipline plus C or above in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) OR A BTEC level 3 qualification in an Engineering discipline OR Mature students with alternative qualifications will be considered for admission.ROI Requirements
32 UCAS points with at least one Higher Pass in a related discipline plus OLC (Grade O5 or above) in Mathematics (or equivalent) OR A BTEC level 3 qualification in an Engineering discipline OR Mature students with alternative qualifications will be considered for admission.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Interview Required
Work Placement
NA
What's Next?
Further Study
Successful completion of the Higher National Certificate with appropriate grades may enable progression to a BEng (Hons) degree pathway of related degree at Ulster University or similar degrees at other universities. The course will enable you to seek employment as Higher Engineering Technicians and Incorporated Engineers in the local engineering/ manufacturing industry.Career Prospects
Whether you want to specialise in electrical, electronics, mechanical, manufacturing, production, aeronautical, energy supply, communications or maintenance engineering, there is a wide range of engineering opportunities available in Ireland, the UK and abroad.Enquiry
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This course has been an exciting and challenging journey that allowed me to discover my love of design. The excellent tutors opened my eyes to new materials, techniques and media which has helped me develop my illustration and digital skills. I’ve now decided to study Game Design at university.Shan Farren -
I completed two 3-month work placements in Belgium and Fuerteventura with the Erasmus+ programme. I was so grateful for the opportunity as it allowed me to gain valuable industry knowledge and experience. I’ve currently been offered a 6-month position in Turkey as a Holiday Rep with TUI.Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management)