Course summary
If you wish to progress on to Mechanical engineering management or gain professional recognition by progression to Incorporated Engineer Status, then our HNC in Mechanical Engineering will give you the qualification to do so. You also have an opportunity to continue your studies to BSc level following completion of the HNC.
Modules
To gain the BTEC Level 4 HNC in Manufacturing Engineering qualification you must achieve a minimum of 120 credits through both mandatory and optional modules which include: • Engineering Design • Engineering Maths • Engineering Science • Managing a Professional Engineering Project • Mechanical Principles • Fundamental of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines You can select two additional modules from the following optional modules: • Automation, Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers or Engineering Management • Materials, Properties and Testing or Quality and Process Improvement or Computer Aided Design Note: Optional modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
Assessment method
All modules are assessed by assignments; each unit's assessment is matched to the content of the unit. Each unit can be assessed at Pass, Merit or Distinction levels, which are combined at the end of the qualification to give an overall grade of Pass, Merit or Distinction.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
A level - DDDD - A*A*A*A*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 15 credits P: 15 credits
Scottish Higher
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We make offers based on an overall Merit profile (96 UCAS tariff points), we consideration all aspects of an application and applicants will receive a personalised offer from Solihull College & University Centre Other qualifcations and combinations of qualifcations will be considered and maybe also acceptable - please contact [email protected]
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Interview
All applicants are required to attend an interview and will be notified of the date and time via email, a text reminder is also sent the day before the interview. Applicants applying from outside the West Midlands alternative interview arrangements can be made for you, but we strongly encourage all prospective applicants come along to view Solihull College and University Centre’s facilities and meet the teaching teams. Please Note: Due to the current situation relating to Covid 19 all interviews will take place online via TEAMS or Zoom or via Telephone until further notice. As part of your interview and possibly your offer you will be required to provide your original certificates, including GCSE’s or equivalents.
Portfolio
Art & Design and Media students a portfolio or show reel will also be required for interview.
Other
Mature students who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences will have their prior learning and skills considered.
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences will have their prior learning and skills taken into account and maybe required to complete an Aptitude assessment (this will be advised at interview).
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences will have their prior learning and skills taken into account and maybe required to complete an Aptitude assessment (this will be advised at interview).
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £3250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £3250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £3250 | Year 1 |
England | £3250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £3250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £3250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £3250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary Programme.
Provider information
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB