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HNC Mechanical Engineering for England (Part-Time)

The HNC Mechanical Engineering programme is ideal for students wishing to work within the engineering industry. Students firstly study the HNC and then have the option to progress to the HND.

The HNC is an eight unit qualification which involves studying four mandatory core subjects and a further four specialist subjects. The units have been chosen to meet a broad range of local industry needs.

Assessments are mainly by assignment with some testing in the analytical subjects. The course provides high quality industry related training for those who wish to pursue a career in the engineering sector.

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.

Typical Course Structure

  • Engineering Maths
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Production Engineering for Manufacture
  • Quality and Process Improvement
  • Engineering Design

  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project

  • Mechanical Principles

  • Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines

Study Details

Students will study on the Lincoln College Campus for the full duration of the course using our dedicated teaching areas. Part-time, two years. One day per week.

It is expected that students complete between four and eight hours of additional independent study per week in order to be successful on this programme. 

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“I chose to study at Lincoln College University Centre because I really liked the setting and loved the campus. My aspiration now I’ve graduated is to join the Royal Air Force.” 

Georgia Davey, graduated in 2022 

  

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How to Apply

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.

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

The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include:

  • Practical assessments
  • Timed assessments
  • Coursework
  • Written assessments

 

Progression

The HNC is a qualification which is widely recognised in its own right and is 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.

Per Academic Year

  • Home Students - £4,000
  • International Students - £5,500

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

Additional Course Costs

  • Scientific calculator - £10 (compulsory

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

Additional compulsory course costs can be paid for using the Career Degree Bursary. The scheme allows students to access the bursary (up to a maximum value of £500 for full-time or £250 part-time students) for additional optional courses, workshops, professional memberships and resources. There is no cash alternative. Students who wish to access opportunities in excess of the Career Degree Bursary may do so at full cost to themselves.

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Our upcoming Higher Education (HE) Open Days are listed on the Open Days webpage. Please register your place via the Eventbrite links listed. 

If you have any questions or would like further information, please email: he@lincolncollege.ac.uk

Additional Support

If you have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities and feel that you may need support, for example with your application or visiting us at an Open Day, please contact assessmentofficer@lincolncollege.ac.uk or call 01522 876225 to discuss your needs. This service is confidential.

Key Facts

Level:4

Full-Time/Part-Time:Part-Time

Duration:2 Years

Start Date:September 2024

Location:Lincoln Campus