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HNC in Engineering

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    AY 25/26: £9,535
  • * Price per academic year. A registration fee of £278.00 applies.

Course Overview

Our one-year HNC in Engineering course offers a broad and versatile foundation in engineering principles. You will gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills you need to start your engineering career.    

This Level 4 programme is ideal for anyone looking to take their first steps into higher education, with a hands-on approach, before either going on to employment or a degree.   

By the end of the course, you will have gained a balanced overview of the sector, a strong level of understanding of the essentials, as well as the core skillset to continue to learn and develop as a professional.   

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Why study this course?

  • This one-year course provides a solid foundation in general engineering principles.
  • Students will be equipped with practical skills and theoretical knowledge that are highly valued by employers.
  • In addition to core skills, students will explore a range of subject areas to find their specialism.
  • Engineering Design (core unit)
  • Engineering Maths (core unit)
  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set unit)
  • Mechatronics (specialist core unit)
  • Mechanical Principles (specialist core unit)
  • Production Engineering for Manufacture (specialist core unit)
  • Quality and Process Improvement (specialist core unit)
  • Digital Principles (specialist core unit)

Career progression

Upon completing this course, students can explore various career opportunities. Potential roles include: 

  • Engineering Technician 
  • Quality Technician 
  • Maintenance Technician 
  • Manufacturing Technician 

In addition, students who wish to continue their studies can pursue a related Level 6 qualification at a university. 

Entry Requirements

  • A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering, or other related Level 3 qualifications.
  • A GCE Advanced Level profile showing strong performance in a relevant subject, typically supported by GCSE grades A* to C (9 to 4) in subjects such as Mathematics and English.
  • An Access to Higher Education Diploma from an approved further education institution.
  • Relevant work experience, or an international equivalent to the above qualifications.
  • Applicants may also be considered through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

English Language Requirements

  • Non-native English speakers who have not completed the final two years of schooling in English must demonstrate English capability at:
  • CEFR level B2, or
  • Pearson PTE Academic 51, or
  • IELTS 5.5 overall, with Reading and Writing at 5.5 or equivalent.

Student stories

Studying at Regent

Bianca-Georgiana , MSc Social, Healthcare & Wellbeing 

“What I enjoy most about my MSc programme is the kind and inspiring academic team. Our lecturers share their vast career experiences, offering far more than just textbook examples.”

Estera, BEng (Hons) Software Engineering  

“I love studying at RCL because they are constantly optimising and keeping up with the times with regards to education, staff expertise and modern facilities.”

The School of Engineering and Computing

  • Professor Faisal Mustafa, Dean of School of Engineering
    Our engineering and computing lecturers are committed to shaping ambitious and confident professionals. You will benefit from high-quality teaching in state-of-the-art labs and workshops throughout your academic journey.
    Meet the teaching team

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