
Mechanical Engineering (HTQ) HNC
Course Overview - Mechanical Engineering (HTQ) HNC
**As a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), this program is not just an educational pathway; its a transformative experience designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career in the mechanical engineering industry.
Our curriculum blends engineering principles with specialised units in mechanical engineering.**
Through hands-on learning experiences and practical projects, youll learn the core concepts of mechanical engineering, gaining invaluable real-world skills along the way.
As a HTQ, this course is designed to meet the evolving demands of employers, ens...
**As a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ), this program is not just an educational pathway; its a transformative experience designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career in the mechanical engineering industry.<br/><br/>Our curriculum blends engineering principles with specialised units in mechanical engineering.**<br/><br/>Through hands-on learning experiences and practical projects, youll learn the core concepts of mechanical engineering, gaining invaluable real-world skills along the way.<br/><br/>As a HTQ, this course is designed to meet the evolving demands of employers, ensuring that you graduate not only with knowledge but also with the practical expertise needed to excel in your career.<br/><br/>We collaborate closely with industry partners to develop modules that are directly relevant to the mechanical engineering sector, providing you with a clear pathway to employment, apprenticeships, or further study.<br/><br/>You will develop your skills and knowledge in a broad range of areas covering range of engineering units, which are:<br/><br/>Engineering Design<br/>Engineering Maths<br/>Managing a Professional Engineering Project<br/>Mechanical Principles<br/>Fluid Mechanics<br/>Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines<br/>Production Engineering for Manufacture and Quality and Process Improvement.<br/>All taught by industrial experts and set up to develop the right skill level making you work ready within the sector.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Skills Academy for Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing
Application Details
Varied
Application deadline
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Course Code
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Institution Code
G09
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
An appropriate level 3 qualification or A levels. Mature students may be offered a place without these qualifications, depending on a satisfactory interview.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £3,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |