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Free Access to HE Engineering Course in Ardwick

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Access to HE Engineering Course in Ardwick. Classes run at Nicholls Campus, full-time over one year.

The course covers maths, physics, and electronics. Topics include differentiation, AC waveforms, electromagnetic induction, and applied electronics. You also develop academic skills to prepare you for university study. Entry requirements include a GCSE in English at grade C/4 or above and a GCSE in Maths at grade B/5 or above.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Engineering) from Open Awards.

Who this course is for

Designed to provide the help you need to progress onto a university-level course, this Access To Higher Education Diploma in Engineering will you give a wide range of foundation skills and knowledge so that you can meet the demand for skilled engineers in a variety of fields, and enjoy a lifelong career in the industry.

You’ll study a number of different units in Maths and Physics, focusing on topics that include differentiation, AC waveforms, electromagnetic Induction and applied electronics. You’ll also learn about the properties of matter as well as developing skills in the use of number and algebra.

This diploma will also develop your personal skills too, with a focus on the use of word processing programmes, spreadsheets and other advanced ICT techniques to give you an additional advantage when securing a job in this sector.

What you will learn

  • You'll study differentiation and other core maths topics.
  • You'll explore AC waveforms and electromagnetic induction.
  • You'll develop knowledge of applied electronics.
  • You'll build academic writing and study skills for university.
  • You'll gain foundation knowledge across engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and civil fields.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Nicholls Campus, full-time during the day. The Diploma is made up of units covering subject-specific topics and academic development. Assessment is through a combination of assignments and coursework completed throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

Nicholls Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician, supports qualified engineers in a range of settings.
  • Mechanical Engineer, designs and maintains mechanical systems, typically after a degree.
  • Electrical Engineer, works on electrical systems and infrastructure, typically after a degree.
  • Civil Engineer, plans and oversees construction projects, typically after a degree.
  • Engineering apprentice, combines work and further study toward a full engineering qualification.

What you could study next

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering (Level 6), the most direct next step after this Diploma, with many universities accepting it as a standard entry qualification.
  • A foundation degree in Engineering (Level 5), a shorter higher education route for those who want to enter the workforce sooner.
  • An HNC in Engineering (Level 4), a work-focused option if you want to build technical skills before committing to a full degree.
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