Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
As well as learning the basics of electrical engineering, you will undertake hands-on learning by building prototype electronic circuits, programme microcontrollers and industrial PLCs, and learn how our world is being reshaped by the interconnection of smart devices over the 5g network in what is being called the I.O.T - Internet of Things.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Higher Education Entry Criteria
Each Higher Education programme has its own distinctive entry requirements. This is set as a minimum UCAS points for entry. On some programmes, applicants must also hold subject specific qualifications to gain a place. Therefore, it is essential that you check entry requirements for each programme you are applying for. Please note, these are qualifications that applicants must have completed and certified to gain entry onto the respective programmes.
Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number and Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths and English.
We recognise that prior learning or experience may give some students credit towards a qualification to gain entry onto a programme or credit towards a programme of study. Please refer to our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.
Please also note: The College reserves the right to increase the entry requirements for all Higher Education provision based on demand and required academic standards, as specified by the Awarding Body/validating organisation.
Applicants applying to programmes validated by university partners (UU, QUB and OU) who hold international qualifications must provide certificates to determine equivalence before an offer can be made.
80 UCAS tariff points, as well as GCSE Maths and English at least Grade C or equivalent.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for HE Courses
APL allows you to use evidence from prior learning or experience to gain entry onto a course at Belfast Met. Belfast Met will work with you to make sure that relevant learning or work experience is formally recognised through the APL Process. For more information see Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) Process - Guidance for applicants. If you would like more information, or if you decide you would like to use the APL process, please contact the Course Co-ordinator. Contact details are provided at the end of these slides and on the course details page on Belfast Met website.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
The electronics industry in the UK is currently undergoing huge growth. Around 1 in 5 people employed in the UK are employed in engineering, and the UK is projected to need an additional 200,000 engineers every year until at least 2024. Our courses offer a pathway from level 3 to level 5 from which you can progress to degree, or on to employment in many high paid jobs within the electrical & electronic industries including:
- Robotics
- Automation and control
- Electrification of vehicles
- Electronic circuit design and testing
- Mechatronics and system programming
- Wind turbine and solar renewable energies
- Internet of Things
Further information
Start Date: 02/09/2024. End Date: 31/05/2026.
Millfield
Academic period 2024:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Academic period 2025*:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Fees are payable annually.
*The fees for 2024 and 2025 have not been finalised and will be updated as soon as agreed.
3rd Year may incur a top up fee of £100.
Entry Year: 02/09/2024.
How to Apply
Make sure you apply as early as you can to increase your chance of getting onto your first choice course. Remember, you can apply for up to five courses!
Ready to make your application? Please click on "Application Weblink".
Overview
As well as learning the basics of electrical engineering, you will undertake hands-on learning by building prototype electronic circuits, programme microcontrollers and industrial PLCs, and learn how our world is being reshaped by the interconnection of smart devices over the 5g network in what is being called the I.O.T - Internet of Things. We consider the teaching of Electronics at Belfast Met to be amongst the highest standard throughout the UK; we are the only college in N.I this year whose electronic engineering students qualified for the finals of the World Skills Competition - securing 4 of the 8 places against UK wide competition. If you are interested in technology, why not come and join us!
Key Areas of Study:
- Electronic circuit design and testing
- Robotics
- Sensor Systems
- Programming Microcontrollers
- Automation and Control
- Mechatronics
This course provides an intellectually demanding vocational learning experience that will develop a high level of technical competence in fast- changing areas of technology. The course can help to enhance your career prospects across the range of electrical and electronic engineering disciplines and offers opportunities for progression to higher level study.
The course is assessed fully through coursework.
Contact Us
Tel: 028 9026 5321
Email: creativedigital@belfastmet.ac.uk