PgDip Postgraduate Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Engineering Competence) at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

A work-based postgraduate diploma in Engineering Competence delivered as a Level 7 degree apprenticeship, studied part-time by distance learning while employed. Apprentices spend 20% of their work time on study through lectures, distance learning and assignments. The course aligns with the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence at Chartered Engineer level.

Duration: 30 months part-time by distance learning | Intake: January 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four 15-credit taught modules (Management of Risk, Organisations and Managing the Workforce, Project Management for Engineers, Sustainability) in the foundation phase, followed by work-based projects in a development phase tailored to the apprentice's engineering role. The course totals 120 credits.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates to take responsibility for complex engineering projects and move into more senior roles, and to work towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. The diploma can be topped up to a Master's degree.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject; applicants with qualifications below degree level may be considered on professional experience. An acceptable Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics (GCSE grade C/4 or above, or Functional Skills Pass) is required, otherwise an additional assessment may be needed. Applicants complete a Skills Gap Analysis before applying and attend an academic interview, and may be asked to submit a portfolio or undertake additional assessment. Apprentices must be 18 or over, have the right to work in the UK, spend at least 50% of working hours in England, be UK/EEA citizens or residents with at least 3 years' UK/EEA residence, and not need a Student Route visa. The employer must have an apprenticeship service account and the role must meet the apprenticeship standard.

Intake: January 2027 / Information for employers / Order your postgraduate degree guide / Contact us

Duration: 30 months part-time by distance learning

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/pgdip-postgraduate-engineering-degree-apprenticeship-engineering-competence

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