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Engineering - Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

Northern Ireland
PHFB01974
Award Name Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body Ulster University
NFQ Level
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 Ulster University
Location:
Ballymena
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
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Duration

2 Years Full-time.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points comprising a pass grade in at least one STEM subject at Advanced GCE level. Candidates must have studied Maths or Physics to at least Level 3.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (MPP) in an Engineering Programme.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma (MM) in an Engineering Programme.

Alternative qualifications as approved by the University as the validating body.

GCSE English minimum Grade C or approved equivalent.

GCSE Maths minimum Grade C or approved equivalent.

In circumstances where there are more applications for the course than there are places available, the College reserves the right to select candidates from those achieving the highest grades.

Where applicants do not meet the necessary entry requirements, students may be directed to study an appropriate BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering.

Where applicants wish to have prior education and/or experience taken into account, they should contact the relevant Course Director or Admissions by 12th August, as an application deadline will apply. It is at the College's discretion to consider APEL enquiries after the dates stated. Please Note: If a course is over-subscribed the college reserves the right to enhance the entry criteria.

Careers / Further progression

Careers/Progression
Students successfully completing the course will be suitable for full-time employment and/or progression to full-time and part-time degree in related disciplines. Foundation Degree students with appropriate grades will be eligible for exemption from the first year of related degree programmes at the University of Ulster.

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Further information

Start date: 16th September 2024. End date: 5th June 2026.

Ballymena Campus (Farm lodge)

Year 1: £2,700. Year 2: £2,700. Total Fee: £5,400.

Fees are payable annually. The fees for year 2 may be subject to change.

There are no additional mandatory costs for this course.

Gallaher Trust Scholarship
The Gallaher Trust Scholarship aims to improve educational and employment opportunities for young adults (18+ years) living within the wider Ballymena area (BT42/BT43 and some areas within BT44).  The Gallaher Trust will pay course fees of up to a maximum of two years. Details including selection criteria and conditions are outlined within the application form. Completed application forms must be submitted to scholarships@nrc.ac.uk by 15 August.

How To Apply
You can apply online at www.nrc.ac.uk for all of our Higher Education courses (see "Application Weblink").

Modules include:
Manufacturing Processes
Engineering Mathematics
Professional Studies, Quality & BIT
Engineering Science
Mechatronics and Fluid Power
Engineering CAD
CAD/CAM
Mechanical Systems & Materials
Industrial PLCs & Robotics
Energy & Maintenance Systems
Work Based Learning

A Certificate of Higher Education in Engineering is available on successful completion of all Level 4 units.

Each module is assessed by using a range of assessment methods.

Contact
Admissions
ADVT@nrc.ac.uk
Farm Lodge Buildings
Ballymena
BT43 7DF
028 2565 2871

Location:
Ballymena
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider