ENGINEERING (TECHNICAL DESIGN & MANUFACTURE) Level 5 Foundation Degree

Level 5
Higher Education
Newry Campus
The Open University

Overview

This course provides students with a broad education in aspects of technical design and manufacturing engineering, which equips them for a career in industry.

This 3-year part -time programme of study is designed to equip you with the ability to understand, utilise and develop the skills needed whilst working in the technical design and manufacturing engineering industry. It builds transferable skills in communication, teamwork, and the ability to self-reflect.

You will study 80 credits per year over 3 years. Students are required to attend SRC Newry Campus during semester time, for one full day per week, and will be required to engage in independent study.

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SRC Regulations for Validated Awards

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.
Applicants should have obtained a minimum of 56 UCAS points achieved through the completion of A-Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved level 3 qualifications. This must include a recognised STEM A-Level subject or Level 3 Engineering.
Applicants should have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. This must include GCSE English Language Grade C or Essential Skills Communication Level 2 and GCSE Mathematics Grade C or approved equivalent.
Applicants will be required to attend an interview.
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 at https://www.src.ac.uk/about-us...

The College’s Admissions policy reflects the expectations of the UK Quality Code Admissions, Recruitment and Widening Access (Nov 2018).

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. The list of acceptable qualifications for equivalency to English and mathematics for Ulster University is available from the following link: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply....

It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

Engineering Mathematics.
CAD Techniques.
Electrical & Electronic Fundamentals.
Pneumatics & Hydraulics.
Professional Studies.
Engineering Design.

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

Please note: Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 23/24. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.