Entry Requirements
- Applicants must have National 5 Maths at C or above or
- NC Group Award in Engineering at SCQF Level 5.
Why take this course?
This course provides you with the opportunity to study differing engineering disciplines allowing you to make an informed decision on the right progression path towards higher engineering qualifications..
What you will experience
The course will deliver the principles of Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation engineering.
You will experience a degree of specialisation in relevant areas of engineering and process technology to support your progression needs..
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before applying to this course.
Pre-entry guidance
Those applying for Year 1 of a part-time NC, HNC or HND level course will require pre-entry guidance before booking on to their course. Call or drop into your local Student Advice Centre, or email studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk.
What you will need
Stationery and a scientific calculator.
What you will get
NC Engineering Systems
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, please view the specific English language requirements for this course.
Fee Waiver (Remission of Fees)
Your course may be free if you are not a full time student with NESCol and you are: in receipt of benefits; or care-experienced; or your household taxable income falls below defined levels.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:
Employment
This course provides an award that will allow you to work at Craft or Technician level in an engineering or process operations environment.
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
Those applying for Year 1 of a part-time NC, HNC or HND level course will require pre-entry guidance before booking on to their course. Call or drop into your local Student Advice Centre, or email studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk.
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