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Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) (Level 4 Higher National Certificate)

Pearson BTEC
Engineering

Course Overview

The HNC is a combination of Engineering Principles and Design. This programme will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills and incorporates a range of IT applications, industry standard software and simulation packages. Assessment is 100% coursework. The course allows for a wide range of practical activities and opportunities for team working, incorporating a range of computer based IT Engineering Applications where students have access to industry-standard Design, Simulation and Control software packages.Assessment is 100% coursework. Subjects studied include • Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Digital Principles • Engineering Design • Managing a Professional Engineering Project • Electronic Circuits and Devices • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

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  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2026
    Fees:
    Part time per annum fee to be confirmed

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • Engineering Design
  • Electrical & Electronic Principles
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Engineering Science
  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project
  • Electronic Circuits and Devices
  • Digital Principles
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

32 UCAS points with at least one pass in a related discipline, GCSE mathematics Grade C ( or equivalent ) OR A BTEC level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline OR Mature students with alternative qualifications will be considered for admission.

ROI Requirements

An Irish Leaving Certificate: equivalent to 32 UCAS points (to include mathematics at O5) OR A BTEC level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline OR Mature students with alternative qualifications will be considered for admission

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Work Placement

NA

What's Next?

Further Study

Successful completion of the Higher National Certificate with appropriate grades may enable progression to a BEng (Hons) degree pathway of related degree at Ulster University or similar degrees at other universities.

Career Prospects

Whether you want to specialise in electrical, electronics, mechanical, manufacturing, production, aeronautical, energy supply, communications or maintenance engineering, there is a wide range of engineering opportunities available in Ireland, the UK and abroad.

Enquiry

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