HNC Civil Engineering

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

08/09/2025

Fee

£2800.00

Entry requirements

For entry onto the HNC in Civil Engineering a candidate must be at least 18 years old and fulfil one of the following: A Level 3 qualification in an industry related subject or two A levels in science or technology subjects. In addition you will need GCSE passes in English and Maths (Higher paper). Other requirements are experience that can be identified and authenticated to give good prospects for successful course completion. Normal entry requirements are that applicants should be in appropriate employment or have been in appropriate employment during the last 2 years.

Teaching staff

A team of professional lecturing staff many of whom have had considerable experience in the construction or civil engineering industry.

Course Code

OHNCCE1P/1

Duration

2-Year

Location

Welwyn Garden City Campus

Awarding body

Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Assessment

Candidates are assessed by a variety of methods, including case studies, assignments, time constrained assessments and work based projects.

About the course

This part-time course is designed to help you build on your current employment with highly relevant, specialised studies that will prepare you for a range of careers in civil engineering or construction.

Career options

With an HNC in Civil Engineering you could progress to our BSc (Hons) Construction Management programme as offered by UCSA 'this is a joint venture between Oaklands College and the University of Hertfordshire. More information can be found at https://www.uc-sa.co.uk/our-courses/bsc-hons-construction-management-part-time/

Successful completion of the Extended Diploma in Construction can lead to progression on to the HNC in Construction or other Higher Education courses or alternatively into employment within the construction and property industry.

Course Content - What will I learn?

You will study a range of units covering practical civil engineering skills and underlying theoretical and scientific concepts Year 1: Unit 2 'Construction Technology, Unit 3 'Science & Materials, Unit 4 'Construction Management & Practice, Unit 8 'Mathematics for Construction, Year 2: Unit 1 'Individual Project, Unit 6 'Construction Information, Unit 7 'Surveying, Measuring & Setting out, Unit 20 'Principles of Structural Design

Attendance- one day per week for two years from September to June. Equipment- No special equipment is necessary although a scale rule, scientific calculator and basic stationery will be beneficial. For site visits a pair of safety boots is advised. Hard hats and reflective safety clothing are provided for student use.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

Candidates are assessed by a variety of methods, including case studies, assignments, time constrained assessments and work based projects.

Oaklands College

Oaklands Wolves

Training & Development

Oaklands + Community

Student Experience

About Us

Work at Oaklands

Support Us

News & Events

Contact Us

Current Student Information

Staff Information

Register Your Absence

Careers

Courses

L.I.F.E.

Subject Areas

A Levels

T Levels

Apprenticeships

Making an Application

Adult Courses

Higher Education

Access to Higher Education

Academy

Athletics

Basketball

Cheerleading

Cycling

Equestrian Vaulting

Hockey

Karate

Men's Football

Men's Rugby

Multi-Sports Academy

Netball

Women's Football

Women's Rugby

Youth

Apprenticeships

Employer Services

Gas Safety & Assessment

Skills Bootcamps

Equestrian Centre

Facilities & Venue Hire

Oaklands Zoo

Oasis Salon

Photography Opportunities

Sports Zone

The Stables Restaurant

Community Newsletter

Bus Routes

Campus Locations

Living at Oaklands

Oaklands College Bursary

Parent Information

Staff Information

Student Information

Student Support

Exams

Term Dates

Corporation

Oaklands Policies, Procedures and Reports

Senior Leadership Team

Strategy, Mission, Values

Volunteering

Donations

Gifts In Kind

Sponsorship

Open Events

Wolves Events

Enquiry Form