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Electrical and Electronic Engineering

University Centre Farnborough

UCAS Code: HH65 | Higher National Certificate - HNC

Entry requirements


Access to HE Diploma

M:15,P:45

UCAS Tariff

48

About this course


Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Electrical and electronic engineering

The Higher National Certificate is a university-level qualification (Level 4) with a strong vocational emphasis. It is a nationally recognised qualification that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment or the opportunity to progress to study at university.

For people currently employed in a related field, an HNC provides the opportunity to upgrade knowledge and skills, combining work and study and may be a more cost-effective alternative to university study. This course is equivalent to the first year of a full time university-level programme.

Our supportive environment for learning will give you the best opportunity to succeed by providing you with individual attention whilst studying. You will get to know all your teachers well and benefit from a supportive and friendly environment.

The Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering has been developed to focus on equipping individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Industries.

Modules

The Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering has been developed to focus on equipping individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in the Aeronautical Engineering Industries.

**Indicative Modules:**

* Analytical Methods for Engineers
* Engineering Science
* Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation
* Electrical and Electronic Engineering
* Electrical and Electronic Principles
* Electrical and Electronic Measurement and Testing
* Electronic Computer-Aided Design
* Engineering Design
* Further Mathematics for Technicians

There is strong emphasis on analysis and evaluation of subject-specialist concepts and procedures. Learners will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life, enabling learners to make an immediate contribution providing flexibility knowledge skills and motivation as a basis for future studies and career.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£5,000
per year
England
£5,000
per year
EU
£5,000
per year
International
£7,500
per year
Northern Ireland
£5,000
per year
Scotland
£5,000
per year
Wales
£5,000
per year

The Uni


Course location:

University Centre Farnborough

Department:

Engineering

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