Entry requirements

English and Maths at either:
- Level 4 or above at GCSE
- Grade C or above
- Functional Skills at Level 2

A relevant/related Full Level 3 Qualification either Diploma or Extended Diploma.

About the course

If you are already working in the engineering industry and want to upskill, as either a Higher Apprenticeship or standalone HNC. 
Or if you want to progress to university top-up eventually to a full degree.

Find out more form the Pearson student guide:
https://www.pearson.com/en-gb/schools/campaigns/btec-higher-nationals.html

Why study?

The Level 4 units lay the foundation of learning by providing a broad introduction to the engineering sector as well as a focused introduction to aeronautical engineering. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing students for more specialist subjects at Level 5 or to enter employment with the qualities necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility. Students will gain a wide range of scientific and engineering knowledge linked to practical skills obtained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. Students are involved in vocational activities that help them to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence) and transferable skills. Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and in the workplace. By the end of Level 4 study, students will have sound knowledge of the basic concepts of aeronautical engineering. They will be competent in a range of subject-specific skills as well as in general skills and qualities relevant to these key areas of engineering.

More information can be found here:
https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/BTEC-Higher-Nationals/aeronautical-engineering-for-england/2024/specification/9781292448466-btec-hn-l4-l5-aero-engin-engl-iss1.pdf

Where will this course take me?

• Aeronautical Engineering Technician (or Senior)
• Aerospace Engineering Technician (or Senior)
• Aeronautical Manufacturing Technician
• Aircraft Flight Control Technician
• Aeronautical Systems Engineer
• Aerospace Engineer

Core modules

Unit 4001: Engineering Design

Unit 4002: Engineering Maths

Unit 4004: Managing a Professional Engineering Project Note: This is a Pearson-set unit.

Unit 4041: Aircraft Aerodynamics

Unit 4042: Aircraft Electrical Power and Distribution Systems

Unit 4043: Airframe Mechanical Systems

Unit 4044: Composite Materials for Aerospace Applications Unit 4045: Turbine Rotary Wing Mechanical and Flight Systems

How much does it cost?

Students Loan funded as part of the LLE (lifelong learning entitlement).

The course cost £5995 per year subject to inflation rise annually, which is borrow as a loan from SFE. Students pay this loan back once earning over a set amount, this is currently set at £25,000.00. Or the amount can be paid in full either a lump sum or instalments.

Or if studying as part of a Higher Apprenticeship – Employer pays through their Apprenticeship levy (discuss with your employer).

Assessment & Feedback

Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals are assessed using a combination of:

• Centre-developed internal assignments that are set and assessed by Centres
• Pearson-set assignments, which are set by Centres in line with our guidelines and graded by Centres. Pearson-set units are mandatory and target particular industry-specific skills. The number and value of these units depend on qualification size
• For the HNC, Centres will assess one compulsory Pearson-set unit targeted at particular skills. This is a Level 4 core unit carrying 15 credits.

All other units are assessed through internal assignments set by the Centre.

Additional Information

UCAS Tariff: 48 Points