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Part-time, 15 weeks
Overview
Take an engineering idea from concept to finished product, using industry-standard design and manufacturing technology.
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Each module is 30 credits, made of two units from one of our Higher National Certificates.
What you’ll study
Level 4 · 2 units
What you will learn:
- Develop engineering solutions from real-world design briefs
- Produce professional engineering specifications and technical reports
- Create accurate 3D CAD models for manufacture
- Generate manufacturing simulations using CAM software
- Manufacture precision components using CNC machinery
- Present and evaluate engineering solutions using industry-standard techniques
This module
- Engineering DesignUnit 4001
- CAD/CAMUnit 4023
Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.
How you’ll learn
Online theory, then hands-on practicals on campus.
You start with an induction on campus. Most of the teaching is then online, in live timetabled sessions with guided study in between, and you finish on campus for the practical work and assessment.
Meet us at an open event.
Start dates
Start dates are to be confirmed. Ask us and we will tell you as soon as they are set.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are to be confirmed. Ask us and we will tell you what you need.
Fees and funding
The fee for this module is to be confirmed.
Financial support
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a new way to fund study from January 2027. You can use it for a full qualification or one module at a time.
We also have a range of other financial support available.
Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE)
If your course starts on or after 1 January 2027, you may need to apply for student finance through the new Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). It’s loan funding you could use across your working life, and applications are now open.
- Applications for the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE) are now open
- Student finance if your course starts on or after 1 January 2027
- How much LLE you could get
Find out more on our Lifelong Learning Entitlement page.
Questions about funding?
Your next step
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply direct to us online, and we’ll reply by email.
2
You hear back
You’ll get an unconditional offer, a conditional offer, or an unsuccessful application.
3
You get ready to start
Before you enrol we’ll need photo ID and copies of your certificates. Apply for Student Finance early.