HNC Engineering General Engineering
Course overview
The HNC Engineering (General Engineering) at the University of Suffolk is a Level 4 qualification that focuses on developing professional skills to meet the needs of the modern engineering workplace and local industry. The programme covers core principles, including engineering maths, Science, design, mechanical principles, materials testing, and the fundamentals of thermodynamics and heat transfer.
Learning involves lectures, practical exercises, personal study, and only one or two days of on-campus attendance each week. enabling students to balance education with other commitments. The assessment method involves coursework, practical assignments, and the completion of a major professional engineering project.
Entry requirements
Candidates are to provide a personal statement explaining their motivations for applying and any other relevant details about their academic background. A reference from an academic source or employer is also necessary. You can also submit your CV to showcase any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Candidates need to achieve at least 60 UCAS tariff points, a Pass grade in an Access to Higher Education Diploma, a Pass in T-levels, and GCSE qualifications in English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates from non-English-speaking countries need to demonstrate their English language skills by obtaining an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS with no less than 5.5 in each section.
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the HNC Engineering (General Engineering) from the University of Suffolk can work as:
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Engineering Technicians
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Mechanical Engineers
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Electrical/Electronics Engineers
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Maintenance Engineers
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Engineering Professionals
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students for the HNC Engineering (General Engineering) in the University of Suffolk is £6,990.
Admission
Candidates can apply directly to the University or through UCAS for the course. Reach out to our trained counsellors for help.
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