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Civil Engineering - HNC at University of South Wales

University of South Wales, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A vocational part-time qualification, equivalent to the first year of a degree, studied while working with employer support. It is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators and meets the academic requirement for Engineering Technician (EngTech) registration.

Duration: 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027 (Pontypridd)  |  Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six modules over two years: Engineering Mathematics, Professional Engineering and Thermo-Fluid Mechanics in Year 1; Engineering Communication, Structural Analysis and Design and Civil Engineering Materials in Year 2. Assessment is by assignments, coursework, class tests, presentations and exams.

Career pathways

Progression to a BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering and then an MSc; graduates also go into project management, accountancy and teaching.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level DD; Welsh Baccalaureate grade D plus D at A Level; BTEC Extended Diploma PPP or BTEC Diploma PP; Access to HE with at least 48 UCAS points. Normally a minimum of 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent. Students with industry experience are considered individually.

Intake: September 2027 (Pontypridd)

Duration: 2 years part-time

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