Engineering HNC Course in Birmingham

Cost£4,767.50
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Engineering HNC Course in Birmingham. Classes run at University College Birmingham, part-time during the day.

The UK needs more engineers. This qualification helps you step into that gap. You'll study core engineering principles over one year. Topics include applied mathematics, engineering science, and technical practice. Classes fit around other commitments, with daytime sessions spread across the week.

You'll finish with a Higher National Certificate in Engineering.

Who this course is for

Do you see your future in engineering? The industry urgently needs you. Around a fifth of the UK’s engineering workforce is expected to retire by 2026, meaning hundreds of thousands of new workers will be needed within the next few years to plug the gap. Our Higher National Certificate in Engineering will give you the training you need to develop your career and make a real difference in the sector at this crucial time.

Spread over two years, this is a part-time engineering course ideal for anyone looking to fit higher education study around work commitments. Supported by our outstanding new engineering facilities on campus, you will study core subjects that are required for engineers across the sector, including engineering design, maths and science, robotics and CAD, as well as learning valuable transferable skills and essential management skills for the industry.

By completing our Engineering HNC course, you will achieve a Level 4 qualification widely recognised by employers within the engineering industry, boosting your prospects of progressing into a range of careers. It will also open the doors for you to progress onto further study, including our Electromechanical Engineering BEng at University College Birmingham.

Entry requirements

Please refer to the University College Birmingham course page for specific entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply mathematical techniques to engineering problems.
  • You'll understand core principles of engineering science.
  • You'll develop practical technical skills used in the sector.
  • You'll analyse engineering systems and processes.
  • You'll produce technical drawings and documentation.
  • You'll work with industry-standard tools and methods.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at University College Birmingham. Teaching combines theory with practical tasks. Assessment typically includes assignments, projects, and written work. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the year. Check the University College Birmingham course page for full assessment details.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University College Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers across a range of technical tasks.
  • Maintenance Technician, keeps equipment and systems running safely.
  • Manufacturing Technician, works on production lines and processes.
  • Design Technician, assists with technical drawings and specifications.
  • Quality Control Inspector, checks products meet engineering standards.
  • Site Technician, provides technical support on engineering projects.

What you could study next

  • HND in Engineering, the next level up from an HNC and a natural step toward a full degree.
  • BEng (Bachelor of Engineering), a full honours degree for those aiming for chartered status.
  • Level 4 Engineering Apprenticeship, combines work and study for those already in the sector.

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