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HNC Process Engineering by Flexible Open Learning at Teesside University

Teesside University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A distance-learning Higher National Certificate for technicians and technician engineers in the process engineering sector, covering manufacture, maintenance and testing with a focus on industrial applications. It is a Teesside University award delivered under licence from Pearson, studied at the student's own pace with a tutor for each module and practical kits loaned for home use.

Department: Engineering & Construction  |  Duration: Typically 2-3 years part-time online; maximum 5 years  |  Intake: Monthly (applications ongoing)  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core Level 4 modules are Engineering Design, Engineering Maths, Engineering Science, Fluid Mechanics, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, Instrumentation and Control Principles and Managing a Professional Engineering Project, plus one optional module from Analytical Instrumentation, Electro, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems, or Programmable Logic Controllers.

Career pathways

Employment in the process and related industries, development into senior positions in national and international companies, and progression to an HND or directly into the second year of an appropriate degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Three GCSEs at grade 4 or above (or equivalent) including maths, plus one of: at least one A level in an appropriate subject; BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an appropriate engineering discipline; Access to HE in Engineering; or another Level 3 equivalent in an appropriate subject. The qualification must include Level 3 maths covering algebra, trigonometry and calculus; a Foundation Mathematics for Engineers bridging module is available. No references required. Applicants whose first language is not English need B2, GCSE English language grade C, PTE 51 or IELTS 5.5 (reading and writing at 5.5).

GBP 3,960 for the whole programme (2026/27). Eight modules at 495 each; not eligible for fee discounts. Source

Intake: Monthly (applications ongoing)

Duration: Typically 2-3 years part-time online; maximum 5 years

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