Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical Engineering

The HNC in Mechanical Engineering at Coleg y Cymoedd, Nantgarw Campus is a part-time, two-year course, awarded by the University of South Wales.
The HNC provides a flexible route to degree study and is a recognised qualification. Once you complete the HNC you have the option to progress on to the HND Mechanical Engineering and then to a degree in a chosen university.


This course is particularly suited to those within the Engineering and Manufacturing sector and will be delivered via lectures, tutorials and laboratory work. This course comprises of one day and evening per week, although this does have some flexibility to allow students and their employers to study at their selected rate.

You will gain transferable skills in communication, problem-solving and teamwork, which will make you attractive to employers in other sectors. Successful completion will give you the academic qualifications required to gain EngTech status.

HE Fees are subject to change

Please note from academic year 2025/2026 - Student Finance Wales are currently capping any funding at £2625 for each year of study,  this will mean a £515 shortfall for each year of study is applicable for this course (which will need to be self funded by you the learner)

What Will I Learn?

The units covered are as follows:
• Engineering Mathematics 1 – 20 credits
• Design and Manufacture – 20 credits
• Professional Engineering Techniques – 20 credits
• Mechanical Science 1 – 20 credits
• Measurement Systems – 20 credits
• Thermofluids 1 – 20 credits




Entry Requirements

Coleg y Cymoedd considers all applications on an individual basis which means that we could make offers based on qualifications, personal profile and experience. Combinations of qualifications are acceptable and other qualifications not listed may also be considered. Typical VRQ offer – at least a VRQ Level 3 Diploma in an appropriate discipline with a unit of Maths included You will be invited to attend an interview and will undertake an assessment in literacy and numeracy to establish any support required.

Assessment

You will be assessed through multiple forms of assessment such as, practical based work, essay writing, portfolio based work and onsite timed assessment.

Career Progression

On completion of the HNC Mechanical Engineering, students are encouraged to progress onto the HND in Mechanical Engineering here at Coleg Y Cymoedd.

Students on the HNC in Mechanical Engineering have had the opportunity to work with a range of partners and industry professionals on live briefs and work placements including:
Axiom, Transport for Wales, Ge Aviation, FSG, British Airways,Pullmn Rail, The Royal Mint, Ensinger, Nuaire,, Waldon LTD, Kautex, Renishaw, Eriez Magnetics, Prysmian cables, General Dynamics, Sony and Many others.

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Course Details
Level:Level 4
Mode:Part Time Day
Start Date:01/09/2026
Day(s):Part Time - To be arranged
Time:09:00 - 19:30
Location:Nantgarw
Course Code:04P415NA
Fees
HE Tuition Fee Year 1: £2355

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

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