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BTEC Level 4 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Course in Leicester

CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP3270.00.
Duration32 weeks
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start28 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 4 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus, part-time during the day.

The course covers core engineering principles in Year 1. You study mathematics, engineering design, and manufacturing processes. In Year 2, you move into specialist electrical and electronic topics, including electrical systems, electronics, and automation. You learn through project work and practical activities. The course runs over 32 weeks per year across two years.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Who this course is for

This is a two-year part-time programme, in which a Higher National Certificate (HTQ) is completed. With a career in engineering as your chosen route, this level 4 course offers students wishing to follow an electrical/electronic engineering pathway, both the higher level knowledge and also the understanding of how this is applied in industry. The HNC/HND in engineering course is designed to enable students who may have come through a vocational route to progress into higher education, building on the knowledge gained at level 3. Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ) at levels 4 and 5 are an alternative to apprenticeships or degrees. They may suit you if you want a more practical, employer-led study programme, approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. HTQs are technical qualifications that employers have helped to develop so that you can get the right training and skills you need to succeed at work. As well as studying the academic content of a standard HNC or HND programme the HTQ will also focus on the knowledge and skills required by industry. On successful completion of the HNC, you will be eligible to enrol on the level 5 HND (HTQ)

What you will learn

  • You'll study core engineering mathematics and how to apply it.
  • You'll learn engineering design principles and processes.
  • You'll explore electrical systems and how they work in practice.
  • You'll develop knowledge of electronics and automation technologies.
  • You'll complete project-based work to solve real engineering problems.
  • You'll build skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and technical communication.

How you will learn

You learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and project-based assignments. Assessment is through coursework and projects rather than exams. You apply theory to engineering scenarios throughout the course. Classes run during the day, part-time, so you can fit study around work or other commitments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College Abbey Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical Engineer, designs and maintains electrical systems across sectors.
  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers in technical and practical roles.
  • Maintenance Engineer, keeps electrical and mechanical systems running safely.
  • Automation Technician, works with automated systems in manufacturing or energy.
  • Electrical Design Technician, produces technical drawings and specifications.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Level 5), the natural next step after this HNC, deepening your specialist knowledge.
  • A full BEng (Hons) in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, for those aiming toward chartered engineer status.
  • Apprenticeship or workplace training at a higher level, combining study with structured on-the-job development.
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