Engineering - Level 3 Diploma
Course Type
Further Education
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start & End Date
9 September 2025
17 June 2027
Days
Tue
Time
09:00-17:00
Location
Ballymena (Farm Lodge)
Interview Required?
Yes
This part-time course is aimed at learners who:
The Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (City & Guilds 2850) can be undertaken as part of a Level 3 NVQ programme but can also be undertaken as a standalone qualification. It introduces the learner to specialised technical units delivered using the latest technology and innovative machinery and resources. The College continues to invest in its practical resources in line with changes in industry and technology training requirements throughout the sector.
The Diploma is offered in the following two pathways;
Each award is composed of 3 core units and 3 specialist units. Core units are:
Specialised units - Fabrication & Welding (3 from below)
Specialised units - Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (3 from below)
These awards are designed to contribute towards the knowledge and understanding for:
The course is delivered over two years on a part-time day-release basis. Candidates undertake a combination of theoretical and practical workshop activities.
Candidates accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in GCSE English, Maths or ICT are required to complete Essential Skills qualification(s). This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.
If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course. Contact our Business Engagement Team.
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £461 | £326 |
| Year 2 | £270 | £135 |
*Reduced fees may apply depending on eligibility. Contact Admissions for details.
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement. Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer please contact the College to confirm that an approved Employer Consent Form has been completed and uploaded to your online Prospect account.
Payment by cash, cheque, credit card or debit card or online
Fees may be paid by cash, cheque, credit card or debit card or online via the online admissions portal. Online payments do not allow for part payment.
Where the total composite fee for all enrolled courses exceeds £200 payment a direct debit can be offered, provided enrolments for multiple courses are processed on the same day.
All fees for courses commencing in the autumn term must be collected by 28 February 2024.
The initial deposit payable at the time of enrolment will be a minimum of £100, or 25% of the value of the composite fee, whichever is greater; up to 3 subsequent payments will become due on
1 November 2023, 1 December 2023, 2 January 2024
Direct Debit Payment
Direct Debit forms can be collected at any College reception and enrolment cannot be completed until the form has been completed in full and returned to reception, along with deposit due. Default on any payment will result in enrolment on the course/programme of study becoming invalid. Any exception or departure to these dates in exceptional circumstances requires prior approval of a Vice-Principal.
This arrangement will apply to both Home and Overseas students who have a valid UK bank account.
Please note:
The direct debit agreement is only available for enrolments on or before the second week of the class.
Default in any payment will result in enrolment on the course/programme of study becoming invalid.
Queries regarding payment by direct debit
Contact:
Credit Control Officer
Part-time FE/HE students applying for funding
Part-time FE/HE students applying for funding need to provide evidence of their funding application such as acknowledgement email or confirmation from Education Authority/Student Finance NI, this evidence should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and can also be handed into any reception. Once funding application is approved confirmation of funding award should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and a copy forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If application for funding is unsuccessful the student is liable for payment of fees in full. All fees to be collected by 28 February 2024.
Queries regarding Student Loans
Contact:
Student Finance
T: 028 9085 5048 or
Reduced Fees
Reduced rates apply to the tuition fee only and are calculated as 50% of the tuition fee for the course, subject to a minimum of £30. This rate can only be claimed by applicants in the following categories. Please note: this does not apply to leisure courses.
|
|
People Entitled to Reduced Fees |
Evidence Required |
|
1 |
Universal Credit (must have an annual household income of <£14,000) |
A current letter/print out of your latest Universal Credit statement. Proof of income also required (i.e. P60). |
|
2 |
Income Based Jobseekers Allowance |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
3 |
Income Support |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
4 |
Working Tax Credit (must have an annual household income of <£16,000) |
A current TC602 form (Final Tax Credit Award Notice) showing annual household income. A provisional TC602 form will not be accepted. |
|
5 |
Child Tax Credit (must have an annual household income of <£16,000) |
A current TC602 form (Final Tax Credit Award Notice) showing annual household income. A provisional TC602 form will not be accepted. |
|
6 |
Pensions Credit |
A current letter stating that you are in receipt of Pension Credit. |
|
7 |
Rates Relief/Housing Benefit |
Notification letter. |
|
8 |
Means Tested Employment Support Allowance (ESA) |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
9 |
Other Means Tested Benefits |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
10 |
Northern Regional College Full-time Students |
Students must be currently enrolled on a Full Time course at time of enrolment. |
All tutors are qualified and experienced counsellors. This underpins the authenticity of teaching and learning activities as students engage with practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities of the counselling role. The following teaching team deliver this course at Northern Regional College:
Staff Team
Applications are closed. To register your interest email Admissions.
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This part-time course is aimed at learners who:
The Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (City & Guilds 2850) can be undertaken as part of a Level 3 NVQ programme but can also be undertaken as a standalone qualification. It introduces the learner to specialised technical units delivered using the latest technology and innovative machinery and resources. The College continues to invest in its practical resources in line with changes in industry and technology training requirements throughout the sector.
The Diploma is offered in the following two pathways;
Each award is composed of 3 core units and 3 specialist units. Core units are:
Specialised units - Fabrication & Welding (3 from below)
Specialised units - Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (3 from below)
These awards are designed to contribute towards the knowledge and understanding for:
The course is delivered over two years on a part-time day-release basis. Candidates undertake a combination of theoretical and practical workshop activities.
Candidates accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in GCSE English, Maths or ICT are required to complete Essential Skills qualification(s). This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.
If you have less than 250 employees you may be eligible for funding for this course. Contact our Business Engagement Team.
Course Fees
| Year | Fee | Reduced Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | £461 | £326 |
| Year 2 | £270 | £135 |
*Reduced fees may apply depending on eligibility. Contact Admissions for details.
Payment of fees must be arranged prior to course commencement. Please contact any Campus Reception to arrange payment of your course fees or to confirm you have uploaded evidence of your funding application or entitlement to the online admissions portal. Confirmation of your funding entitlement should also be forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If your fees are being paid by a sponsor/employer please contact the College to confirm that an approved Employer Consent Form has been completed and uploaded to your online Prospect account.
Payment by cash, cheque, credit card or debit card or online
Fees may be paid by cash, cheque, credit card or debit card or online via the online admissions portal. Online payments do not allow for part payment.
Where the total composite fee for all enrolled courses exceeds £200 payment a direct debit can be offered, provided enrolments for multiple courses are processed on the same day.
All fees for courses commencing in the autumn term must be collected by 28 February 2024.
The initial deposit payable at the time of enrolment will be a minimum of £100, or 25% of the value of the composite fee, whichever is greater; up to 3 subsequent payments will become due on
1 November 2023, 1 December 2023, 2 January 2024
Direct Debit Payment
Direct Debit forms can be collected at any College reception and enrolment cannot be completed until the form has been completed in full and returned to reception, along with deposit due. Default on any payment will result in enrolment on the course/programme of study becoming invalid. Any exception or departure to these dates in exceptional circumstances requires prior approval of a Vice-Principal.
This arrangement will apply to both Home and Overseas students who have a valid UK bank account.
Please note:
The direct debit agreement is only available for enrolments on or before the second week of the class.
Default in any payment will result in enrolment on the course/programme of study becoming invalid.
Queries regarding payment by direct debit
Contact:
Credit Control Officer
Part-time FE/HE students applying for funding
Part-time FE/HE students applying for funding need to provide evidence of their funding application such as acknowledgement email or confirmation from Education Authority/Student Finance NI, this evidence should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and can also be handed into any reception. Once funding application is approved confirmation of funding award should be uploaded to the online admissions portal and a copy forwarded to studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk.
If application for funding is unsuccessful the student is liable for payment of fees in full. All fees to be collected by 28 February 2024.
Queries regarding Student Loans
Contact:
Student Finance
T: 028 9085 5048 or
Reduced Fees
Reduced rates apply to the tuition fee only and are calculated as 50% of the tuition fee for the course, subject to a minimum of £30. This rate can only be claimed by applicants in the following categories. Please note: this does not apply to leisure courses.
|
|
People Entitled to Reduced Fees |
Evidence Required |
|
1 |
Universal Credit (must have an annual household income of <£14,000) |
A current letter/print out of your latest Universal Credit statement. Proof of income also required (i.e. P60). |
|
2 |
Income Based Jobseekers Allowance |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
3 |
Income Support |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
4 |
Working Tax Credit (must have an annual household income of <£16,000) |
A current TC602 form (Final Tax Credit Award Notice) showing annual household income. A provisional TC602 form will not be accepted. |
|
5 |
Child Tax Credit (must have an annual household income of <£16,000) |
A current TC602 form (Final Tax Credit Award Notice) showing annual household income. A provisional TC602 form will not be accepted. |
|
6 |
Pensions Credit |
A current letter stating that you are in receipt of Pension Credit. |
|
7 |
Rates Relief/Housing Benefit |
Notification letter. |
|
8 |
Means Tested Employment Support Allowance (ESA) |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
9 |
Other Means Tested Benefits |
Current letter of entitlement. |
|
10 |
Northern Regional College Full-time Students |
Students must be currently enrolled on a Full Time course at time of enrolment. |
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