Pre-entry guidance
Pre-entry guidance is required before booking a place on this course. Please contact our Distance Learning Co-ordinators for more information.
Why take this course?
This Graded Unit is designed to provide evidence that the candidate has achieved the principal aims of the HNC and HND Electrical courses.
What you will experience
You will have to provide evidence of developed ability and understanding of electrical engineering.
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before applying for this course.
Student Stories
Andrius Chomcenka
Engineering
HND Mechanical Engineering
“Whether you’re coming straight from school or returning later like me, NESCol opens doors.”
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Krystian Pezik
Engineering
HNC Mechanical Engineering
“College offers an active lifestyle, the opportunity to meet interesting people, and the chance to develop new skills that will be useful in everyday life.”
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Eva Rosie
Engineering
Shell Engineering Scheme
“The staff are supportive, the facilities are well-equipped, and I’ve felt encouraged throughout my studies.”
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Marius Visniakovas
Engineering
HNC Electrical Engineering
“I’ve gone from student to skilled technician in a cutting-edge industry and I’m just getting started.”
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Lukasz Szpaderski
Engineering
HNC Electrical Engineering
“NESCol has a strong ethic for providing quality education which worked well with my apprenticeships.”
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Logan Skene
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Modern Apprenticeship
“I enjoyed my days in College. The staff were helpful and friendly and it was good to see my classmates each week.”
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Angus Noble
Engineering
Shell Engineering Scheme
“The first year went by fast as the class gelled together quickly and became a community that helped each other out, while having a laugh at the same time.”
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Chris Kelly
Engineering
OPITO NC Multi Discipline Engineering (Process)
“In my opinion, NESCol has one of the best reputations in the UK for providing engineering courses with second-to-none instructors.”
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Hannah Gibb
Engineering
Engineering: Wind Turbine Technician (WT) Pathway
“I’m driven by feeling like I’m contributing to something important, and renewable energy is a growing and exciting sector to be involved in.”
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Stephanie Fenty
Engineering
Shell Engineering Scheme
“It’s a great industry to work in – there’s loads of pathways and opportunities. Engineering is about problem solving and teamwork and seeing how things work.”
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Applications
This course requires some attendance at College, often for assessment purposes only. Please enquire about expectations for your specific course when booking.
Attendance is usually at the Aberdeen City Campus or Fraserburgh Campus.
When submitting your distance learning application form, please ensure you attach the additional information sheet listing qualifications and previous knowledge with your application. You may be required to attend College for assessment. Please check if this is a requirement for your course
Online
StartsFlexible start date
Ends31 Jul 2026
Course CodeC00678
Fees£280.00
Alternatively, you can complete a distance learning application form and send it to us.
Companies can book their employees onto this course.
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