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Level 4 HNC in Civil Engineering in Lee-On-The-Solent

Cost£6,000.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start19 Jan 2028
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 4 HNC in Civil Engineering in Lee-On-The-Solent. Classes run at Cemast, full-time during the day.

This HNC civil engineering course takes one year to complete. You'll study structural principles, construction technology, surveying, and project management. The course also covers engineering mathematics and materials science. Entry requires a relevant Level 3 qualification, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills). Entry is subject to interview and assessment.

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

Who this course is for

Higher Education learners

Entry requirements

Entry is subject to interview and assessment.GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above (or Level 2 functional skills) are preferred. You will also need to have a relevant Level 3 qualification.As your course will be taking place at a Further Education College where young people under the age of 18 are present, we require all applicants to declare prior criminal convictions to ensure the safeguarding of all our students. Any convictions declared will be reviewed before we make an

What you will learn

  • You'll apply structural engineering principles to real design problems.
  • You'll study construction technology and how buildings and infrastructure are built.
  • You'll use surveying techniques to measure and map sites.
  • You'll develop project management skills for engineering contexts.
  • You'll work with engineering mathematics relevant to civil projects.
  • You'll explore the properties and use of construction materials.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and sustainability in civil engineering.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Cemast. Assessment on a Pearson Edexcel HNC typically includes assignments, reports, and practical tasks. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll build a portfolio of work across the year.

What you will need to bring

Cemast will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Civil engineering technician, supports engineers on infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Site engineer, oversees technical work on construction sites.
  • Engineering surveyor, measures and maps land and structures for civil projects.
  • Construction project coordinator, helps manage timelines and resources on site.
  • Structural technician, assists with the design and analysis of structures.
  • Highway engineer, works on road and transport infrastructure schemes.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering (Level 5), the natural next step after this HNC, deepening technical knowledge.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Level 6), needed for Chartered Engineer status and senior roles.
  • Apprenticeship or graduate scheme, combining further study with on-the-job experience in a civil engineering employer.
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