Engineering for England Higher National Certificate (HNC) - HTQ Part-time
The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering for England, part of the South Yorkshire Institute of Technology, offers full-time or part-time study options. The course includes core and specialist units such as Engineering Design, Engineering Maths, and Mechatronics, providing practical skills for complex engineering tasks. Graduates can advance to Higher Education, employment, or pursue the HN Flex pathway for short qualifications.
Located at: Barnsley College University Centre
Course Start:
21 September 2026
Course length:
2 Years
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: HENGHTHNC
UCAS Course Code: CEEC
Awarding Organisation:
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£3,450 per year.
Other funding information
As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.
Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants' Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.
Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.
We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.
a Level 3 qualification e.g a BTEC or T-Level in a relevant subject area, such as Engineering, Construction or Computing, or A-Levels
GCSE English and Maths at a grade 4/C or above
Alternatively if you have significant work experience and GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above, you will be considered.
There will be a range of assessment methods used through practical application, which may include practical sessions, essays, reports, presentations and projects.
All equipment will be provided.
Higher National Certificate
You can continue studying the Higher Technical Qualification by completing the Higher National Diploma. Alternatively, you could study individual HN Flex units and other Higher Education courses. On completion, you will also be able to use your skills and knowledge in work.
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
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The course information on this page was last updated
23 January 2026.
