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General Engineering (Year 1 of 3) (Level 5 Higher National Diploma)

Pearson BTEC
Engineering

Course Overview

As with the HNC qualification, the HND qualification in General Engineering has a focus on Mechanical Engineering, Manufacture and Design and will allow students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills The Higher National Diploma is a level 5 qualification and is a combination of eight Level 4 units (HNC) and seven Level 5 units. The course is delivered over 3 years. Year 1 consists of five level 4 units. Year 2 consists of three Level 4 units plus two Level 5 units. Year 3 consists of five Level 5 units (one of which is a double unit). In Years 1 & 2, students attend for a full day to accommodate five units each year. In Year 3 attendance is for a full day plus an additional evening to accommodate the equivalence of six units.
  • Start Date
    10 Sept 2025
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    35 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Important Message

Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.

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  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma General Engineering (Year 1 of 3) Ref D116
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 10/09/2025
    (Wed:9:00AM-9:00PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £500.00
    Concession £200.00
    Examination £356.00
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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

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  • Site location Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

UK Applicants must have achieved the equivalent of 32 UCAS Tariff points with at least one pass in a related discipline together with a minimum of 4 passes at GCSE Grade C or above, which must include Mathematics or equivalent Level 2 qualifications, OR A BTEC level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline (including GCSE Mathematics or equivalent Level 2 qualification). ROI Applicants must have achieved an Irish Leaving Certificate equivalent to 32 UCAS points (to include mathematics at O5).Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) can be considered for mature students for entry.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Additional Information

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.

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Meet our students

  • Image of Chloe and Judith MacCombe (Sport)
    We represented Ireland at the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games, and one of our proudest moments was when we received a guard of honour from NWRC staff and students when we returned to the College to host a Q&A masterclass on Sport Psychology.
    Chloe and Judith MacCombe (Sport)
  • Image of Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management)
    I completed two 3-month work placements in Belgium and Fuerteventura with the Erasmus+ programme. I was so grateful for the opportunity as it allowed me to gain valuable industry knowledge and experience. I’ve currently been offered a 6-month position in Turkey as a Holiday Rep with TUI.
    Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management)

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