Course Overview
Duration: Two years
This course is for anyone interested in a career in electrical or electronic engineering, with a responsibility for the design, installation, commissioning and operation of engineering services. This qualification opens up career opportunities in consulting, contracting and manufacturing in both the public and private sector.
Updated September 2020
Entry Requirements
One of the following:
- Access to HE Diploma - Pass
- A Level - DD/EEE
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma - PPP
Plus a C grade in Maths and a Science subject at GCSE.
Recognition of prior learning
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David welcomes applications on the basis of prior learning, further details can be found on their website.
Course Delivery
This course is delivered over one day per week (at the moment that is Monday for the first year and Wednesday for the second.)
The first year modules are:
- mathematics
- electrical and electronic principles
- design of electrical installations
- academic and employability skills
The second year modules are:
- group project
- micros peripherals and interfaces
- dynamics, control and instrumentation
- electro hydraulics and pneumatics
Progression Opportunities
The qualification opens up career opportunities in consulting, contracting and manufacturing in both the public and private sector. Students can also progress to the HND and subsequently would have the opportunity to move onto the BEng at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.
Additional Information
Tuition fees for this course are £1800 per year. For information on financial support, including tuition fee loans and fee grants, visit www.studentfinancewales.co.uk
There may be additional costs associated with this course i.e:
- travel to and from college, or placement
- photocopying, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
- printing and binding
- gowns for graduation ceremonies
*Please note that the tuition fees stated are for the 2020-21 academic year and are subject to increase for future years of study. Please see the university’s website for further information.