Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering - Foundation Degree

Essentials

Duration: 3 Years Part-time
Start date: 17th September 2025
End date: 26th May 2028
Day: Wed Day Release
Time: 09:00-21:00
Information Event: Yes

Course fee: To be confirmed

Course Content

Modules include:

• Manufacturing Processes
• Engineering Mathematics
• Professional Studies, Quality & BIT
• Engineering Science
• Mechatronics and Fluid Power
• Engineering CAD
• CAD/CAM
• Mechanical Systems & Materials
• Industrial PLCs & Robotics
• Energy & Maintenance Systems
• Work Based Learning

A Certificate of Higher Education in Engineering is available on successful completion of all Level 4 units.

Gallaher Trust Scholarship  

The Gallaher Trust Scholarship aims to improve educational and employment opportunities for young adults (18+ years) living within the wider Ballymena area (BT42/BT43 and some areas within BT44).  The Gallaher Trust will pay course fees of up to a maximum of two years.  Details including selection criteria and conditions are outlined within the application form.  Completed application forms must be submitted to scholarships@nrc.ac.uk by 23 August. 

Special Features

This course is validated by Ulster University.

Assessment Methods

Each module is assessed by using a range of assessment methods.

• A minimum of 56 UCAS tariff points comprising a pass grade in at least one STEM subject at Advanced GCE or AS GCE level. Candidates must have studied Maths or Physics to at least Level 3. 
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (MPP) in an Engineering Programme.
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma (MM) in an Engineering Programme. 
• A qualification or set of qualifications considered by Ulster University to be equivalent to one of the above. 
• GCSE English minimum Grade C or approved equivalent.
• GCSE Maths minimum Grade C or approved equivalent.

Where students wish to have prior education and/or experience taken into account, in lieu of meeting the full course entry requirements, they should contact the relevant Course Director or Admissions. APEL applications must be submitted at least 2 weeks before the start date of the programme. More details can be found in the APEL Policy.

Where applicants do not meet the necessary entry requirements, students may be directed to study an appropriate BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering.

Applicants do not need to be in relevant employment.
 

Students successfully completing the course will be suitable for full-time employment and/or progression to full-time and part-time degree in related disciplines. Foundation Degree students with appropriate grades will be eligible for exemption from the first year of related degree programmes at the University of Ulster.