ENGINEERING BEng (Hons) Level 6 Degree (Top-Up) Higher Level Apprenticeship

Level 6
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Newry Campus
The Open University

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This BEng (Hons) Engineering Degree is offered as a 'Top Up' programme, and is aimed at those who have already attained a level 5 Engineering qualification and wish to further progress to a higher level of study. It has has been designed to meet the needs of local industry, with the aim of producing graduates who can apply their understanding, knowledge, experience, skills and know-how to contribute to delivery of the DfE vision for a 10X Economy. This course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles, theories, and practical skills.

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The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2024.

Applicants must have attained a Foundation Degree with a pass mark of 55% or above in Level 5 modules (or other relevant Level 5 qualification such as a Pearson Higher National Certificate/Diploma) in an engineering related discipline.
Candidates presenting with Foundation Degrees or HNC/Ds from other awarding bodies will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning procedures.
Applicants must have attained a C grade in GCSE English language and a C grade in GCSE Maths (or equivalent).
For those entering a Higher Level Apprenticeships (HLA), employers may further enhance the entry criteria at their discretion. All applicants for HLAs will be interviewed by prospective employers to decide their suitability prior to being employed by a company. Each the applicant must secure employment with a Northern Ireland based company with a minimum contract of 21 hours. Entrance to HLAs is subject to meeting DfE Operational requirements.
Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Policy.

Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/ A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

To find out more about the application process for Higher Level Apprenticeships please see Information on Higher Level Apprenticeships.

Modules of study will include:

Engineering Business Operations
Engineering Design
Embedded Systems and IoT Applications
Numerical Methods for Engineers
Dissertation

Some modules are assessed entirely through coursework, while others are assessed through a combination of coursework and written examination.

This Higher Level Apprenticeship is FREE and fully funded by the Department for the Economy.

On successful completion of this course, students may wish to progress to postgraduate study at a number of institutions.

The field of engineering offers a wide range of opportunities across industries, and career paths will depend on specific interests, specialisation, and industry preferences. Completing this top-up degree will open up a wide range of opportunities in various industries. Potential career options may include:

Design Engineer
Project Engineer/Manager
Manufacturing Engineer
Quality Assurance/Control Engineer
Systems Engineer
Aerospace Engineer
Biomedical Engineer

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10/09/2024
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