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HNC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING EVENING YEAR 1

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 7
  • £
    Cost:   £780 per year
  • Course Type:   Part-time (Evenings)

HNC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING EVENING YEAR 1

Electrical Engineering is an industry that is fundamental to modern life, rich in innovation, and full of career opportunities. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with technology, and seeing tangible results from your ideas, then this course provides an exciting and rewarding opportunity in an ever-growing industry.

Course Overview

Start date – August 2026
End date –  June 2027
SCQF Level -  7
Mode –  Part time (Evenings)

Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Times: 6pm – 9pm
Duration: 2 years

Cost: £780 per year

Funding: Learn about our available funding and support here

The HNC in Electrical Engineering course allows students to develop their understanding of many of the engineering principles that help to power our world.

Our part-time courses offer an opportunity to those already in employment to learn and develop knowledge skills needed for the electrical industry. Students can work towards an industry-recognised qualification alongside their working hours.

  • What will you learn on HNC Electrical Engineering (Evenings)?

    • Communications
    • DC and AC Principles 
    • Engineering Mathematics 
    • Electrical Networks and Resonance 
    • Electrical Safety 
    • Electricity Power Systems 
    • Electrical Machine Principles 
    • Three Phase Systems 
    • Applications of Electrical and Electronic Instruments 
    • Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

Why choose HNC Electrical Engineering?

HNC Electrical Engineering is designed for individuals who are looking to upskill or start a new career in electrical engineering. Whether you are an engineer, manager, electrician, maintenance technician or someone completely new to the industry, this program will provide you with knowledge and skills that are essential to working in a lucrative and rapidly changing industry.

As Net Zero approaches, it is essential that the electrical workforce of the future have the skills and confidence to help re-wire a better future.

You will be taught by a dedicated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic team of lecturers who will support you throughout your HNC.

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements consist of the following:

  • Mature students: Relevant industry experience in a similar discipline
  • Progressing full-time students: Pass all units in NC Electrical Engineering Level 6
  • External applicants: Higher Mathematics

Please note, if English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 qualification is also an entry requirement for this course.

  • What are the career prospects for HNC Electrical Engineering?

    Education: This course allows students to potentially transition into university education post-graduation, including universities such as Herriot Watt, Edinburgh Napier and many others.

    You’ll also have the exciting opportunity to study as an associate student at Edinburgh Napier University, securing your place at the university for first or second year entry in engineering degree programs.

    Career Pathways:
    • Electrical Engineering roles
    • Electrician apprenticeship roles
    • Maintenance Technician roles
    • Electronics roles
    • Renewable engineering roles

What can you expect from your interview?

If your application is successful, you may be invited for an interview. When coming to West Lothian College for an interview, please arrive on time and plan to be on campus for at least one hour. Please bring evidence of any qualifications stated on your application form.

We may ask you to complete an aptitude test which will comprise of Maths, English and Electrical based questions.

For all applicants, the interview will involve:

  • A sit-down interview with members of the engineering team, who will ask you about your interests and why you want to study electrical engineering
  • An overview of the course and time for you to ask any further questions you may have
  • Aptitude test

Fees, Finance and Funding

We have lots of funding support available and advice on how to access it.

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