Level 4
The HNC Mechanical Engineering will provide you at level 4, with the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to be a qualified engineer and either progress in your current role or onto further study.
The Level 4 units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to the engineering sector as well as a focused introduction to latest advancements in engineering. This develops and strengthens core skills while you to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility or continue your studies at a higher level. You will gain a wide range of scientific and engineering knowledge linked to practical skills obtained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. You will undertake vocational activities that will help you to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence) and transferable skills.
This course must be undertaken as an apprenticeship, we are unable to offer this as a full-time course.
Duration:
Full time: 1 years study
Part time - 2 years study
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Fees:
Full-time: £7,900 Per Year
Part-time: £3,950 Per Year
Start Date:
September 2026
Location:
Filton, Bristol
Delivered in
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About this course
The HNC Mechanical Engineering will provide you at level 4, with the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to be a qualified engineer and either progress in your current role or onto further study.
The Level 4 units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to the engineering sector as well as a focused introduction to latest advancements in engineering. This develops and strengthens core skills while you to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility or continue your studies at a higher level. You will gain a wide range of scientific and engineering knowledge linked to practical skills obtained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. You will undertake vocational activities that will help you to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence) and transferable skills.
This course must be undertaken as an apprenticeship, we are unable to offer this as a full-time course.
Our Facilities
Engineering
Aerospace Skills Academy, Filton
Opening in September 2026, the Aerospace Skills Academy at Airbus, Filton is a brand-new, industry-led campus developed by Weston College Group in partnership with Airbus and leading engineering employers.
Designed to meet the skills demands of the aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing sectors, the Academy offers hands-on learning for engineering apprentices in a real aerospace environment.
Construction
South West Skills Campus, Weston-super-Mare
If not working out with an employer, any on campus practical learning learning will take place at our South West Skills Campus in Weston-super-Mare.
This vibrant environment is home to our state-of-the-art engineering and construction facilities where you'll learn from experienced lecturers in industry standard conditions.
You will benefit from a range of facilities, workshops and laboratories that will allow you to carry out a range of operations, including:
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Electronics
- Material analysis and deformation
- Milling, turning and CNC
- Composites
- Welding
- Fabrication
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