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HE Level 4

Level 4 HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England (HTQ) (Full-Time)

  • Campus

    Lincoln Campus

  • Start Date

    September 2025

  • Duration

    1 Year (Full-time)

The HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England programme is a vocational qualification that is designed to offer students practical experience in the typical tasks and requirements of engineering professionals and the underpinning academic knowledge.

This course will complement their ability to find solutions to engineering problems using developed technology and apply skills to a broad range of industrial areas, such as design, development, manufacturing, testing, maintenance and operation of electrical or electronic equipment.

This course is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). HTQs are technical qualifications that have been developed by employers and awarding bodies so students can develop the skills that employers want.

UCAS Details

UCAS Institution Code: L42       UCAS Course Code: H600

Applications for this course are processed through UCAS. To apply for this course please make a note of the Institution Code and UCAS Course code above and click on the Apply Online at UCAS button.

Typical Modules Include

  • Engineering Design

  • Engineering Maths

  • Production Engineering for Manufacture

  • Quality and Process Improvement

  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project 

  • Automation, Robotics and PLCs

  • Electrical and Electronic Principles

  • Electrical Machines

*Optional modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points from:

  • GCE A and AS Levels with at least one subject at A Level 

  • BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject

  • Access to HE Diploma

  • T Levels

  • Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher

Plus

  • GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above

  • GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above

*For mature applicants, some experience may be taken in lieu of A Levels/BTECs

EU and International Applicants

  • ENIC confirmed equivalent of 48 UCAS points

  • IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications are acceptable for applicants not requiring a Tier 4 student visa

Study Details

Students will study on the Lincoln College Campus for the full durations of the course. Full-time, one-year. Course contact hours are typically comprised of: 14 hours of teaching with embedded practical work and use of software applications.

It is expected that students complete between 10 and 20 hrs of additional independent study per week in order to be successful on this programme. Whilst the sessions delivered at College will fall between Monday and Tuesday from 9am – 5.00pm, it is expected that students will only attend on up to three days.

Students should also make themselves available to complete additional workshop classes, for which PPE is required, to enhance their employability. Students are encouraged to find part-time employment within the sector. 

Assessment & Progression

The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include:

  • Practical work

  • Electronic simulations

  • Written assignments

  • Tests


Progression
HNC and HND qualifications are widely recognised in their own right and are designed to provide students with the skills required for employment in a range of associated professions. On successful completion of the course students may apply to continue at the college to study HND Engineering.

Course Fees

Per Academic Year

  • Home Students - £8,000

  • International Students - £9,500

Tuition fees will remain unchanged for the duration of a student’s continuous enrolment.
 

Additional Course Costs

  • S FX991ES Casio calculator - £20 (compulsory)

Please see the full ‘HE Terms and Conditions’ for details of additional library and printing costs associated with this programme.

Terms & Conditions

This course is validated by Pearson. The validating institution is responsible for awarding the qualification at the end of the programme. Students on validated courses are OfS registered, funded and taught at Lincoln College and it is the responsibility of the College to manage all aspects of this provision. The validating institution maintains an oversight of the programme throughout the academic year and must be satisfied that students are being taught in line with the required academic standards of the awarding institution. For full details and information of the responsibilities and conditions of study of both Lincoln College and the validating partners please see the Policies section.

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