Course Description

The HNC in Electrical Engineering is a unique course designed to meet the demands of the 21st century and address the shortfall of trained engineers.

Graduates will be in a position to make a valuable contribution to the industry upon successful completion of the programme, having developed the analytical, research and design skills essential in today's marketplace.

You will study a total of eight modules:

UNIT 4002 - Engineering Maths
UNIT 4017 - Quality & Process Improvement
UNIT 4019 - Electrical & Electronic Principles
UNIT 4021 - Electrical Machines
UNIT 4015 - Automation, Robotics & Programmable Logic Controllers (plcs)
UNIT 4001 - Engineering Design
UNIT 4014 - Production Engineering for Manufacture
UNIT 4004 - Engineering Project

Modules are subject to change depending on curriculum updates, staffing availability, and industry or awarding-body requirements

Other Important Information

> Typical lessons will involve research-based activities, individual and group projects, practical applications and seminar presentations
> Assessment is through a combination of research and design tasks, practical investigations and analytical assignments, as well as observations and presentations

We are a member of the South East Institute of Technology, the SEIOT is a cutting-edge educational partnership of Colleges, Universities and Employers, designed to provide higher-level industrial training and skills development. Under the Institute of Technology banner, MidKent College is offering specialised courses that cater directly to the demands of the engineering and manufacturing industries. The IOT Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and resources to equip students with the skills required to help businesses thrive.

Future Prospects

Completing an HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering provides a strong platform for entering a wide range of technical roles across the engineering and manufacturing sectors. The course develops core skills in electrical principles, electronics, automation, robotics and fault-finding, preparing graduates for roles such as Electrical or Electronics Technician, Automation Technician, Junior Design Engineer, or Maintenance Engineer.

The qualification also offers clear progression routes to an HND or a full engineering degree, supporting long-term career growth and pathways toward professional registration with bodies regulated by the Engineering Council. With ongoing demand for skilled engineers across sectors such as renewable energy, aerospace, telecommunications and advanced manufacturing, graduates can expect strong prospects and opportunities to advance into more specialised or senior technical roles as their experience develops.

Entry Requirements

Evidence of successful completion of Level 3 qualifications, and GCSE Maths & English at Grade 4 or above.

This qualification has a high level of maths content, students will need strong maths skills in order to be successful on this programme. Students may undergo an initial maths assessment before they are enrolled, please note that if students are not able to demonstrate maths competence at the required level they may not be offered a place on the course.

Mature candidates who do not meet the above criteria may still be admitted to the course subject to an interview with the programme director. The interview includes an admissions test for English and maths.