Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Mechanical Engineering: Full-Time
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Course Code |
HC4NMF |
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Full-Time Programme |
Location: West London Institute of Technology based at Uxbridge College Duration: 32 weeks Start Date: 04/10/2021 When: Monday-Friday 09:00 to 17:00 |
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Entry Requirements |
One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in Mechanical Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or international equivalent of the above (UK ENIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering. All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent. |
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Who is the course for? |
This one-year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill/upskill in the engineering sector. |
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Course Content |
In this one year course, students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the engineering sector by studying level 4 units. The Level-4 HNC course has 6 mandatory units out of which four are core units including one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment and two are specialist units. In addition to mandatory units, there are two additional specialist units. All units in HNC are 15 credit units. Core Units (Mandatory): Engineering Design (Yearly) Engineering Maths (Yearly) Engineering Science (Yearly) Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set) (Yearly) Specialist Units (Mandatory): Mechanical Principles (Yearly) Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines (Semester 2) Additional Specialist Units: Fluid Mechanics (Semester 1) Materials, Properties and Testing (Yearly) |
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Study Methods |
A mix of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 15 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.). |
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How is the course assessed |
Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks and presentations and tests (10%). |
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Where next - Further Studies |
Students passing the HNC course will be able to progress onto the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) at Uxbridge College, with a view to completing a full degree programme at university. Many professional bodies also recognise the HNC for further professional study. Details of entry requirements for BTEC Higher National Diploma graduates into degree programmes at institutions in the UK and internationally can be at found https://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com |
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Where next - Job Opportunities |
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles: production engineer, design engineer, project engineering, installation and commissioning, maintenance engineer, technical sales, technical trainers, technician, lecturers, quality control, etc. |
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More Information |
Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on Assessment and grading College rules and resources Student support and representation. Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students. UCAS Code: H300 For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS).The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2021-22 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HCUC (Harrow College and Uxbridge College) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information. |
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Fees |
Home student: £5,716 Overseas student: £7,682 The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration. Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Uxbridge College does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government. Please click here for information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College. This information is only a summary. If you are unsure about your status you should contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College or please click here to complete the Fees Assessment Questionnaire and return it to the address given on the form. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students. |
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How to apply |
You will be directed to Uxbridge College’s website, where you can apply for the course. |
Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Mechanical Engineering: Part-Time
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Course Code |
HC4NMD |
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Part-Time Programme |
Location: West London Institute of Technology based at Uxbridge College Duration: 64 weeks Start Date: 04/10/2021 When: Thursday 09:00 to 17:00 |
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Entry Requirements |
One A Level either in maths, physics or engineering with grade C or above, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Extended Diploma with MPP grade in Mechanical Engineering plus the unit: Maths for Engineering Technicians at grade merit or above or Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded in Engineering (30 credits with pass and 15 credits with merit especially Maths subject) or international equivalent of the above (UK ENIC equivalent qualification). Students with the Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with industrial experience may be considered. You should have GCSEs grade A*-C (grade 9 - 4) in English, maths and science or equivalent, plus you will take a college test in maths and general science/engineering. All students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent. |
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Who is the course for |
This two-year part-time course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill / upskill in the engineering sector or those who have completed apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering environment. |
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Course Content |
In two years of this course, students develop a broad knowledge and awareness of key aspects of the engineering sector by studying level 4 units. Altogether, this course has 6 mandatory units out of which four are core units including one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment and two are specialist units. In addition to mandatory units, there are two additional specialist units. All units are 15 credit units. First Year Core Units (Mandatory): Engineering Design (Yearly) Engineering Maths (Yearly) Engineering science (Yearly) Specialist Units (Mandatory): Mechanical Principles (Yearly) Second Year Core Units (Mandatory): Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set) (Yearly). Specialist Units (Mandatory): Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines (Semester 2). Additional Specialist Units: Fluid Mechanics (Semester 1) Materials, Properties and Testing (Yearly). |
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Study Methods |
Mix of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 7.5 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.). |
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How is the course assessed |
Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks, presentations and tests (10%). |
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Where next - Further Studies |
Students passing the HNC course will be able to progress onto the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) at Uxbridge College, with a view to completing a full degree programme at university. Many professional bodies also recognise the HNC for further professional study. |
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Where next - Job Opportunities |
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector. |
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More Information |
Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on Assessment and grading College rules and resources Student support and representation. Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students. For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS).The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2021-22 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HCUC (Harrow College and Uxbridge College) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information. |
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Fees |
Home student: £4,123 The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration. Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Uxbridge College does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government. Please click here for information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College. This information is only a summary. If you are unsure about your status you should contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College or please click here to complete the Fees Assessment Questionnaire and return it to the address given on the form. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students |
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How to Apply |
You will be directed to Uxbridge College’s website, where you can apply for the courseYou will be directed to Uxbridge College’s website, where you can apply for the course. |
Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Mechanical Engineering: Full-Time
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Course Code |
HD5NMF |
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Full-Time Programme |
Location: West London Institute of Technology based at Uxbridge College Duration: 32 weeks Start Date: 04/10/2021 When: Monday-Friday 09:00 to 17:00 |
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Entry Requirements |
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (RQF). |
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Who is the course for? |
This one year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill / upskill in the engineering sector. |
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Course Content |
In this one year course, students continue to build on the essential skills, knowledge and techniques necessary for all engineers whilst working through a larger number of subject-specific specialist and optional units. This year has 5 mandatory units out of which two are core units including one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment and three are specialist units. In addition to mandatory units, there are two additional specialist units. All units are 15 credit units except Research project which is a 30 credit unit. Core Units (Mandatory): Research Project (Yearly) Professional Engineering Management (Pearson-set) (Yearly) Specialist Units (Mandatory): Further Mathematics (Yearly) Virtual Engineering (Yearly) Advanced Mechanical Principles (Semester 1) Additional Specialist Units: Industrial Systems (Yearly) Thermofluids (Semester 2) |
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Study Methods |
A mix of theory by lectures/teaching, practical demonstrations, workshops, tutorials, virtual learning environments, guest speakers and field trips with 15 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.). |
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How is the course assessed |
Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks and presentations. |
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Where next - Further Studies |
Details of entry requirements for BTEC Higher National graduates into degree programmes at institutions in the UK and internationally can be found at https://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com Our previous students have progressed onto the second/final year of a relevant degree course at the following universities: Hertfordshire University Middlesex University Greenwich University University of Westminster London Metropolitan University London South Bank University Anglia Ruskin University West London University East London University Nottingham University Brunel University Surrey university City university |
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Where next - Job Opportunities |
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles: production engineer, design engineer, project engineering, installation and commissioning, maintenance engineer, technical sales, technical trainers, technician, lecturers, quality control, etc. |
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More Information |
Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on Assessment and grading College rules and resources Student support and representation. Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students. UCAS Code: H301 For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS).The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2021-22 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HCUC (Harrow College and Uxbridge College) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information. |
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Fees |
Home student: £5,727 Overseas student: £7,543 The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration. Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Uxbridge College does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government. Please click here for information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College. This information is only a summary. If you are unsure about your status you should contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College or please click here to complete the Fees Assessment Questionnaire and return it to the address given on the form. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students. |
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How to apply |
You will be directed to Uxbridge College’s website, where you can apply for the course. |
Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Mechanical Engineering: Part-Time
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Course Code |
HD5NMD |
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Part-Time Programme |
Location: West London Institute of Technology based at Uxbridge College Duration: 64 weeks Start Date: 04/10/2021 When: Thursday 09:00 to 17:00 |
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Entry Requirements |
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (RQF). |
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Who is the course for |
This two-year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill/upskill in the engineering sector. |
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Course Content |
In this two-year course, students continue to build on the essential skills, knowledge and techniques necessary for all engineers whilst working through a larger number of subject-specific specialist and optional units. This year has 5 mandatory units out of which two are core units including one unit assessed by a Pearson-set assignment and three are specialist units. In addition to mandatory units, there are two additional specialist units. All units are 15 credit units except Research project which is a 30 credit unit. Core Units (Mandatory): Research Project (Yearly-2) Professional Engineering Management (Pearson-set) (Yearly-2) Specialist Units (Mandatory): Further Mathematics (Yearly-2) Virtual Engineering (Yearly-1) Advanced Mechanical Principles (Year-1) Additional Specialist Units: Industrial Systems (Yearly-1) Thermofluids (Year-1) |
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Study Methods |
Mix of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 7.5 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.). |
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How is the course assessed |
Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks and presentations. |
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Where next - Further Studies |
Details of entry requirements for BTEC Higher National graduates into degree programmes at institutions in the UK and internationally can be found at https://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com Our previous students have progressed onto the second/final year of a relevant degree course at the following universities: Hertfordshire University Middlesex University Greenwich University University of Westminster London Metropolitan University London South Bank University Anglia Ruskin University West London University East London University Nottingham University Brunel University Surrey University City University |
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Where next - Job Opportunities |
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the Engineering sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles: production engineer, design engineer, project engineering, installation and commissioning, maintenance engineer, technical sales, technical trainers, technician, lecturers, quality control, etc. |
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More Information |
Please click here for the Course Handbook – containing full course details plus information on Assessment and grading College rules and resources Student support and representation. Please click here to view the Terms and Conditions for our HE students. For students to be eligible for funding from Student Finance England, they must be studying on an eligible course at a provider registered with the Office for Students (OfS).The OfS is the new independent regulator for higher education in England and all higher education providers need to register with the OfS for their students to be eligible for student support in the 2021-22 academic year. The OfS has published providers on its Register and HCUC (Harrow College and Uxbridge College) has been registered since 10 December 2018. Please visit www.officeforstudents.org.uk for more information. |
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Fees |
Home student: £3,929 The fees quoted are for home and overseas students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration. Whether you pay a 'home' or 'overseas' fee depends on whether you meet certain criteria. Uxbridge College does not create the criteria for fee status. The fee status criteria is provided in regulations and guidance, published by the government. Please click here for information on the conditions you need to meet to be entitled to pay tuition fees at the 'home' rate for study on a Higher Education (HE) course at Uxbridge College. This information is only a summary. If you are unsure about your status you should contact the Careers Team at Uxbridge College or please click here to complete the Fees Assessment Questionnaire and return it to the address given on the form. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has information about residency for international students |
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How to Apply |
You will be directed to Uxbridge College’s website, where you can apply for the course. |