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PROSPECTUS 2022 - 23
CONSTRUCTION, ENGINEERING,
NUCLEAR AND MOTORSPORT
somerset.ac.uk
THE FIRST NEW NUCLEAR POWER STATION TO BE
BUILT IN THE UK IN OVER 20 YEARS IS RIGHT ON
OUR DOORSTEP HERE IN SOMERSET
THERE ARE
3.1 MILLION
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY JOBS IN THE UK
(www.gov.uk)
THE MEDIAN SALARY OF FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING IN
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING OCCUPATIONS RANGES BETWEEN
£30,360 & £51,279
(Engineering UK: Key facts and figures 2019)
4,300 UK BUSINESSES
OPERATE IN THE 41,000
MOTORSPORT SECTOR,
SUSTAINING NEARLY
(www.theengineer.co.uk)
JOBS
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET
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CONSTRUCTION, CONTENTS
ENGINEERING, 6 Facilities
10 Access to HE
26 Mechanical Engineering
HNC Level 4
NUCLEAR
28 General Engineering
12 Higher & Degree
HNC Level 4
Level Apprenticeships
30 General Engineering
14 Construction & the
& MOTORSPORT
HND Level 5
Built Environment
HNC Level 4 32 Motorsport Engineering
Foundation Degree
16 Construction & the
University Centre Somerset has a thriving Engineering Department Built Environment 34 Motorsport Technology
(Civil Engineering) BEng (Hons) Top-up
with both the Energy Skills Centre and the Advanced Engineering HNC Level 4
36 Nuclear Engineering
Centre in Bridgwater, plus the National College for Nuclear in 18 Construction & the Higher & Degree Level
Built Environment Apprenticeships
Cannington, providing outstanding learning environments. (Civil Engineering)
39 Where to find us
HND Level 5
With professional staff and advanced modern facilities, UCS offers 41 University
20 Aeronautical Engineering
a comprehensive range of higher-level construction and engineering HNC Level 4
Centre Somerset
course list
qualifications. 22 Electrical & Electronic
Engineering
Our College Motorsport Race Team, four-time national champions, HNC Level 4
is made up of Higher Education students studying Motorsport and 24 Manufacturing
Engineering
competes regularly across the country at circuits including Silverstone HNC Level 4
and Brands Hatch. Graduates have gone on to work for companies
including McLaren F1 and Mercedes HPP.
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Facilities Advanced Engineering Centre Energy Skills Centre Motorsport
(AEC) Our flagship Energy Skills Centre Students have the opportunity to
With professional staff and The £7.5 million investment in the at our Bridgwater campus provides work on our own racing car and
advanced modern facilities, the AEC at our Bridgwater campus has opportunity and inspiration in equal customer cars in fully equipped
construction and engineering created a perfect environment to measure. Our industry-standard workshops using the latest tooling,
departments at University Centre support this fast-paced industry. laboratories and workshops are diagnostics and IT equipment.
Somerset offer a comprehensive The Centre houses a design thinking installed with an array of equipment Our Motorsport Race Team, currently
range of HNCs, HNDs and lab and composite laboratory that makes your learning experience national champions, have taken
degree-level programmes. All where students and prestigious all the richer. This includes the ‘Poppet’, our Radical PR6 race
courses involve a mix of practical employers work with materials that very latest computer-aided design car, all over the country, competing
and theoretical learning and are transforming engineering. facilities, robotic engineering regularly at circuits including
open up a world of possibilities equipment and space for fabrication, Silverstone and Brands Hatch.
in your chosen career. maintenance and modification.
We provide state-of-the-art, bespoke
workshops and teaching areas
for construction professions and
various disciplines within engineering
from manufacturing to nuclear.
Significant investment in recent
years across our campuses has
seen these departments thrive. As
our partnerships with EDF Energy,
the Nuclear Decommissioning
Authority and the National Skills
Academy (Nuclear) demonstrate,
we deliver education that is
grounded in the requirements and
expectations of the 21st century.
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Construction to include the latest Trimble Total National College for Nuclear
Our Construction provision is based Station and a complete GNSS Our Cannington campus is home
in our newly refurbished Construction surveying package. Throughout to one of two National College for
Professions and Automotive Centre your course whilst studying Nuclear (NCfN) hubs in England.
at our Taunton campus. Our lecturing the Surveying unit you will also NCfN delivers high-level technical
team are experienced Construction experience demonstrations of the training to thousands of learners,
& Civil Engineering specialists who latest Drone Surveying technology. and is developing and delivering
are dedicated to your progression the UK’s nuclear curriculum;
through your HNC and HND journey. Our new Materials Lab includes designing new qualifications and
We have invested significantly in full Testing equipment to enhance training courses that meet the
our IT equipment and BIM software your study with practical learning demand for highly skilled workers
packages including Revit, AutoCad whilst studying units such as in the nuclear sector. The building
and Trimble Business Centre all of Hydraulic Principles, Geology, Soil boasts virtual reality environments
which you will have access to on Mechanics and Science & Materials. and a bespoke nuclear engineering
campus and remotely. We have also workshop complete with flow rig.
upgraded our Surveying Equipment
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Access to HE
An Access to Higher Education Teaching and Assessment Therapy degrees at the University of
Diploma is designed to provide a The majority of modules are Plymouth; Occupational Therapy at
route for learners aged 19 or over taught via lectures; other teaching Liverpool University; Marine Biology
who possess few or no formal methods include seminars, tutorials, at Portsmouth University; Social
qualifications to progress to workshops and guided learning/ Work at the University of Bath; or
university-level study. It can lead to independent activities. The Access to Health & Social Care degrees here at
a wide range of career and Higher HE course utilises a blended learning University Centre Somerset (Taunton).
Education opportunities here at approach, and some sessions will
University Centre Somerset or at be delivered online. There is one Duration: 30 weeks
another university of your choice. exam unit and you will also produce Location: Taunton
a portfolio of work over the year,
We currently offer six different routes, from which you will accumulate Entry requirements:
each with particular progression credits towards the Diploma. Whilst there are no specific academic
opportunities linked to them. entry requirements, candidates
Where does it lead? will need a sound grasp of basic
Courses include: Successful completion of this course skills in English and maths. Given
• Nursing & Midwifery will provide you with a qualification the course is an intensive and
• Science that will allow you to apply to study demanding one-year programme,
• Social Science a university-level course. In recent students will require determination
• Sport Science* years, students have gone on to study and resilience, and evidence of
• Physio and Sports Therapy* a wide range of subjects including this will be asked for at interview.
• Computing* Biomedical Science, Medicine, and
Nursing degrees at UWE Bristol; You are required to be aged 19
In addition, the Access to HE Nursing, Midwifery, and Occupational or over and may be eligible for a
course includes core study skills loan to cover your course fees.
sessions to support learning and
progression. These include:
• Research and Study Skills
If you complete an Access to HE course and then
• Digital Skills
go on and complete a degree or other recognised
• English
higher education course, you will not have to repay the
• Maths
remaining loan for the Access to HE course.
• UCAS application support
• Tutorial.
*Subject to approval
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Higher & Degree Level
Apprenticeships
Higher & Degree Level Apprenticeships
How long is an Apprenticeship? Our Apprenticeship offer is continually developing and changing due
With the introduction of the stating that ‘Apprentices develop Why choose an Apprenticeship? A Higher or Degree Level to business demands and changes to the Apprenticeship structure.
Therefore, this list should only be considered as a guide.
Apprenticeship Levy in April 2017, an extensive range of skills and They are a great option for anyone Apprenticeship will likely last as long
employers are offering more knowledge and many extend and looking for a fast track into a as 3 years, but could take as long
Apprenticeships at various levels. deepen specialist skills beyond the career. A Higher or Degree Level as 5-6 years. As an apprentice,
Our expertise and partnerships requirements of their qualifications.’ Apprenticeship brings together the you would be employed full-time, CONSTRUCTION
with industry enable us to facilitate best of higher and vocational training although the combination of work and Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level 4
opportunities that address the Higher Apprenticeships refers to and enables higher education study study can vary from one employer to Construction Design and Build Technician Level 4
increasing demand for higher- Apprenticeships that may include plus invaluable on-the-job training another. Generally, you’ll be required Construction Site Engineering Technician Level 4
level skills in Somerset and the achievement of academic/ without having to cover the cost of to work 30 hours per week, to leave Construction Site Supervisor Level 4
beyond. Higher and degree level vocational qualifications at Level tuition. Fees for Apprenticeships are you time to study, but that could take
Apprenticeships are a popular 4 and 5 such as HNCs, HNDs subsidised by employers and the one of several forms - options include: ENGINEERING AND NUCLEAR
choice and provide you the and Foundation Degrees, while government, and a salary is then • Day release Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4
chance to gain applicable skills degree level Apprenticeships can paid to the individual undertaking Studying at UCS one day per week Process Leader Level 4
and knowledge about an industry. provide qualifications up to Level the Apprenticeship programme • Block learning Aerospace Engineer Level 6 Degree
Please see our list of courses 6 or 7, such as a full BA, BSc or meaning that doing a Degree Studying for 1-2 weeks at a time Nuclear Engineer Level 6 Degree
opposite, check our website or BEng Honours Degree, or in some Apprenticeship can leave you • Blended Learning
call for more information on the cases even a Masters Degree. debt-free and provide you with A mixture of online learning COMPUTING & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
types of Apprenticeships we offer many years’ industry experience. and traditional face-to-face Cyber Security Technologist Level 4 (subject to approval)
and our employer partners. Increasingly, you may hear Network Engineer Level 4 (subject to approval)
Apprenticeships referred to as What can I study on an Full-time education Software Developer Level 4 (subject to approval)
What is an Apprenticeship? standards. These were introduced by Apprenticeship? For some employers apprentices Digital Technology Solutions Level 6 Degree (subject to approval)
Apprenticeships are an effective the government as part of ongoing Today you can study anything from will study full-time for the first year
way of studying, enabling you Apprenticeship reforms to meet the human resources to mechanical of their Apprenticeship, working
to gain a nationally recognised needs of employers. Standards are engineering, health & social care to with the employer during UCS We also offer apprenticeships in a number of other sectors:
qualification whilst obtaining occupation-focused, they are not cyber security, and much more. We holidays, and starting full-time
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
practical on-the-job experience. In qualification-led and the content is have more than 20 on offer and are employment after that first year.
our recent Ofsted inspection our decided by each employer, depending continually updating our portfolio LAND-BASED
Apprenticeship provision was rated on their business requirements. to support industry demand. What should I do next?
Outstanding with Ofsted inspectors If you feel that an Apprenticeship For more information, visit www.somerset.ac.uk
may be for you, get in touch with
our dedicated team who can talk
through your options and what
to do next. Call 01278 655111 or
email apprenticehelp@btc.ac.uk.
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Entry Requirements
Construction & the People come to this course from a
range of backgrounds, and there is
Built Environment no single specific entry requirement.
However, applicants would be expected
HNC Level 4 to have at least one of the following:
• A full Level 3 qualification in a relevant
“The staff and lecturers were brilliant, very
This course equips you with a Teaching and Assessment subject
informative as well as being very friendly. nationally recognised qualification Assessment is by a mix of assignments, • A Level 3 National Diploma in Construction
The family-feel that they created helped that enhances your workplace project work and some exams. Each
skills and helps prepare you module is assessed by means Other appropriate qualifications
increase my confidence as well as give
to advance your career in of a series of internally set assignments may be taken into consideration,
me friends for life. Since I finished my the construction industry. that involve a combination of or relevant work experience.
course I have been employed by a large scenario-based tasks linked to project
This is a professional qualification work, practical exercises, timed tasks,
architectural practice in Yeovil.” Type: HNC Level 4
that provides the ideal individual study and presentations.
Tom Twidale, HNC Construction & the Built Environment foundation for further study, Attendance: Part-time
Construction and the Built Environment | HNC Level 4
or helps you secure a job. Progression Opportunities Location: Taunton
There are a huge range of career Awarding body: Pearson
The Higher National Certificate choices within the construction
(HNC) consists of eight units, professions, so the HNC really does
covering key knowledge and open doors. In addition, you could go
practical skills for the sector. on to study at HND or degree level.
The modules studied may include:
• Construction Practice and
Management
• Legal and Statutory
Responsibilities in Construction
• Construction Information
(drawing, detailing and
specification)
• Surveying, Measurement and
Setting out
• Tendering and Procurement.
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Entry Requirements
Construction & the Built Typically entrants will possess at
least one of the following:
Environment (Civil Engineering) • AS/A2 Levels
• Level 3 in Maths
HNC Level 4 • A National Certificate in Civil Engineering
• A National Diploma in Construction
Would you like to work towards Teaching and Assessment • Relevant work experience
a nationally recognised Assessment is by a mix of assignments,
Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) | HNC Level 4
qualification that builds on the project work and some exams. Each Other appropriate qualifications may
skills you have already developed module is assessed by means of a be taken into consideration.
in the workplace, to enhance series of internally set assignments
your employability? If so, our that involve a combination of
Type: HNC Level 4
Higher National Certificate scenario-based tasks linked to project
in Civil Engineering is the work, practical exercises, timed tasks, Attendance: Part-time
perfect course to choose. individual study and presentations. Location: Taunton
Awarding body: Pearson
These professional qualifications Progression Opportunities
provide the perfect foundation for a Completion of the HNC in
career in civil engineering. They are Construction and the Built
also a great basis from which to study Environment (Civil Engineering)
a degree and blend theoretical and enables you to apply for membership
practical aspects of the discipline. of the Institute of Civil Engineers. With
this behind you, the world of work
During your course you will cover a presents a variety of possibilities.
range of topics that may include:
• Construction Practice and Our students have gone on to
Management pursue careers such as Civil
• Construction Information Engineer, Project Manager, Highway
(Drawing, Detailing and Engineer, Site Manager, Utilities
Specification) Engineer and Structural Engineer.
• Mathematics for Construction
• Principles of Structural Design You could go on to study the
• Surveying, Measurement and HND in Construction and the Built
Setting out. Environment at UCS. Alternatively,
graduates may apply to study
the discipline at degree level.
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Entry Requirements
Construction & the Built The HNC in Construction and the
Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
Environment (Civil Engineering) is a prerequisite to study for the
HND in Civil Engineering. However,
HND Level 5 other Level 4 qualifications may be
considered as recognised prior learning
Would you like to work towards a The modules studied may include: for entry onto the programme.
nationally recognised qualification • Applied Mathematics for
Construction & the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) | HND Level 5
that builds on the skills you have Complex Engineering Problems Employment in the civil engineering/
already developed in the workplace • Management Principles and construction industry is helpful
to enhance your employability? Applications for Construction but not a prerequisite.
If so, our Higher National • Health, Safety and Welfare
Diploma in Civil Engineering is for Construction and the Built All applicants will be considered on individual
the perfect course to choose. Environment merit and interviewed to ensure they have
• Advanced Civil Engineering the potential to achieve this qualification.
These professional qualifications • Hydraulic Principles and
provide the perfect foundation Applications.
Type: HND Level 5
for a career in the construction
industry. They are also a great Teaching and Assessment Attendance: Part-time
basis from which to pursue degree Assessment is by a mix of assignments, Location: Taunton
level study in Civil Engineering, project work and some exams. Each Awarding body: Pearson
and blend theoretical and practical module is assessed by means of a
aspects of the discipline. series of internally set assignments
that involve a combination of
The programme is equally suited to scenario-based tasks linked to project
those who may wish to progress on work, practical exercises, timed tasks,
from the HNC in Civil Engineering individual study and presentations.
to study at Level 5 or achieve a
professional qualification to allow Progression Opportunities
the application for chartered status Our graduates have gone on
in the future. The HND may be to pursue careers such as Civil
used as the Technical Certificate Engineering, Project Management,
for a Higher Apprenticeship in Highway Engineering, Site
Construction Site Management (Civil Management, Utilities Engineering,
Engineering with Sustainability). Civil Engineering Surveying
and Structural Engineering.
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18 19Entry Requirements
Aeronautical Engineering Typically, entrants will possess:
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant
HNC Level 4 subject, e.g. BTEC Level 3
Extended Diploma or A Levels.
The course is designed for those Holders of a BTEC Higher National
looking to develop their career Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering Mature applicants with relevant experience
prospects in the aeronautical meet the academic requirements for who do not have the stated entry
industry after successfully the Engineering Council Engineering requirements are encouraged to apply.
completing a relevant Level 3 Technician Standard (EngTech).
course, or direct entry for those Applicants with English as their second
with practical work experience. There may be opportunities language must demonstrate a capability
Learners study in new, for local work placements to of English at a standard commensurate
state-of-the-art engineering further your practical experience with IELTS 5.5, with a minimum of 5.0
facilities and are supported by a and employability. being awarded on individual sections.
team of experienced professionals.
Teaching and Assessment
Type: HNC Level 4
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Continuous assessment of learner
Aeronautical Engineering offers students performance is carried out by Attendance: Full-time or part-time
a broad introduction to the subject means of assignments and may Location: Bridgwater
area via a mandatory core of learning, include verbal presentations, Awarding body: Pearson
while allowing for the acquisition projects, group-work, practical
of some sector-specific skills and exercises, written reports and
experience through the specialist units. integrative assignments that
Aeronautical Engineering | HNC Level 4
link various subject areas.
The course has four core units:
• Engineering Design This full-time course is delivered over
• Engineering Maths one academic year. The part-time
• Engineering Science option is delivered over two years.
• Managing a Project
Progression Opportunities
One specialist unit: You could choose to progress
• Aircraft Aerodynamics on to an HND course or study a
degree level course at a university
And three optional units, of your choice. Alternatively, you
which may include: could progress into employment.
• Aircraft Electrical Power and
Distribution Systems
• Airframe Mechanical Systems
• Composite Materials for
Aerospace Applications
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20 21Entry Requirements
Electrical & Typically entrants will possess:
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
Electronic Engineering
“I initially did a course in tree surgery at another Mature applicants with relevant experience
HNC Level 4 who do not have the stated entry
college, but developed back problems so had requirements are encouraged to apply.
to change direction. I saw an advertisement This part-time, one day per week The modules studied may include:
for an Engineering apprenticeship and course is designed for those • Engineering Design
Type: HNC Level 4
looking to develop a career • Engineering Maths
thought I’d give it a go. in electrical and electronic • Engineering Science Attendance: Part-time
Location: Bridgwater
I’m now in my third year and love the blend engineering, with the emphasis • Managing a Professional
on applying electrical, electronic Engineering Project Awarding body: Pearson
of study and hands-on experience. My and control principles to practical • Electrical and Electronic
favourite sessions are welding workshops. situations such as PLC and robot Principles
work cells. You will be studying in • Instrumentation and Control
One of my proudest achievements has been new, state-of-the-art engineering Systems
making my own mini steam engine. I’ve kept it facilities, with industry-standard • Digital Principles
equipment such as robotic, PLC • Automation Robotics & PLCs.
as a reminder of the good times I’ve had at
and process control technology.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering | HNC Level 4
UCS. It is the best place I’ve studied.” Teaching and Assessment
Sebastian Hall, HNC Electrical & Electronic You will be taught by staff with Continuous assessment of your
Engineering strong industry experience and performance will be carried out
links to key employers. In addition, by means of assignments and
fellow students will come from a may include laboratory work,
broad range of employers. This investigations, projects, practical
course can also form the academic exercises and integrative assignments
part of a Higher Apprenticeship. that link various subject areas.
Progression Opportunities
You could choose to progress on
to an HND course at University
Centre Somerset or study a Degree
course at a university of your
choice. Alternatively, you could
progress to employment. Graduates
find roles within industries such
as manufacturing, automotive,
aerospace, energy and water.
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22 23Entry Requirements
Manufacturing Typically entrants will possess:
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
Engineering
Mature applicants with relevant experience
HNC Level 4 who do not have the stated entry
requirements are encouraged to apply.
This part-time, one day per week Modules may include:
course is designed for those • Engineering Design
Type: HNC Level 4
looking to develop a career in • Managing a Professional
manufacturing engineering, Engineering Project Attendance: Part-time
with the emphasis on applying • Production Engineering for Location: Bridgwater
engineering principles to practical Manufacture Awarding body: Pearson
situations such as CAD/CAM • Quality and Process
and production lines. You will Improvement
study in new, state-of-the-art • Machining and Processing of
engineering facilities, with Engineering Materials
industry-standard equipment. • Computer Aided Design and
The units studied offer a broad Manufacture (CAD/CAM)
understanding of key principles in • Engineering Maths
production and manufacturing. • Engineering Science.
The course is designed to provide Teaching and Assessment
Manufacturing Engineering | HNC Level 4
the knowledge and understanding Continuous assessment of your
of how advanced and innovative performance will be carried out
engineering underpins the by means of assignments and
manufacturing industry. This course may include laboratory work,
can also form the academic part investigations, projects, practical
of a Higher Apprenticeship. exercises and integrative assignments
that link various subject areas.
Progression Opportunities
You could choose to progress on
to an HND course at University
Centre Somerset or study a degree
course at a university of your
choice. Alternatively, you could
progress to employment. Graduates
find roles within industries such
as manufacturing, automotive,
aerospace, energy and water.
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24 25Entry Requirements
Mechanical Engineering Typically entrants will possess:
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
HNC Level 4
Mature applicants with relevant experience
This part-time, one day per week Modules may include: who do not have the stated entry
course is designed for those • Engineering Design requirements are encouraged to apply.
looking to develop a career in • Managing a Professional
mechanical engineering, with the Engineering Project
Type: HNC Level 4
emphasis on applying mechanical • Mechanical Principles
theory to practical situations. You • Fundamentals of Attendance: Part-time
will study in new, state-of-the-art Thermodynamics and Heat Location: Bridgwater
engineering facilities, with Engines Awarding body: Pearson
industry-standard equipment. • Fluid mechanics
• Engineering Science
Mechanical Engineers research, • Engineering Maths
develop and manage projects • Materials, Properties
devising innovative solutions in and Testing.
design and manufacture. Generally
graduates find roles within Teaching and Assessment
industries such as manufacturing, Continuous assessment of your
automotive, aerospace, energy performance will be carried out
and water. The course is designed by means of assignments and
to provide the knowledge and may include laboratory work,
understanding of how advanced and investigations, projects, practical
Mechanical Engineering | HNC Level 4
innovative engineering underpins exercises and integrative assignments
the mechanical design, advanced that link various subject areas.
manufacturing and technical service
areas of the industry. This course Progression Opportunities
can also form the academic part You could choose to progress on to
of a Higher Apprenticeship. an HND course at University Centre
Somerset or a degree course at a
university of your choice. Alternatively,
you could progress to employment.
Graduates find roles within industries
such as manufacturing, automotive,
aerospace, energy and water.
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26 27Entry Requirements
General Engineering Students will progress on to this
course having studied a relevant Level
“Having completed my Level 2 HNC Level 4 3 qualification at a college or sixth
and Level 3 in Engineering at form, e.g. A Level or BTEC Level 3.
This full-time course is delivered Teaching and Assessment
Bridgwater & Taunton College, over one academic year. Continuous assessment of learner Applicants who are non-native English
it made sense to continue Lessons are held over two performance is carried out by speakers, or who have not studied the
studying for an HNC at UCS. full college days per week. means of assignments and may final two years of school in English, must
include verbal presentations, demonstrate a capability of English
The engineering facilities The course is designed for those projects, group-work, practical at a standard commensurate with
are fantastic. The Advanced looking to develop their career exercises, written reports and IELTS 5.5, with a minimum of 5.0 being
prospects after successfully integrative assignments that awarded on individual sections.
Engineering Centre is a brilliant completing a relevant Level 3 link various subject areas.
resource, giving us access to course, or direct entry with practical
Type: HNC Level 4
the very latest technology. work experience. Learners study Learners attend UCS for two full
Attendance: Full-time
in new, state of the art engineering days a week and will be expected
The fact I’ve come this far in my facilities and are supported by a to complete written assignment Location: Bridgwater
team of experienced professionals. work in self-study time at home. Awarding body: Pearson
educational journey is testament to
the brilliant teaching here.” Modules may include: Progression Opportunities
George Robertson, HNC Engineering • Automation, Robotics & PLCs Following this course you can look for
• Engineering Design work in a broad range of engineering
• Engineering Management occupations. Many graduates will
• Engineering Maths join a Higher Apprenticeship or
• Engineering Science move straight into a senior role.
• Machining and Processing of
General Engineering | HNC Level 4
Engineering Materials Many graduates from the HNC
• Project course progress to study a Level 5
• Quality & Process Improvement. HND course (one-year) at University
Centre Somerset before ‘topping
up’ to a full degree. Others secure
senior positions within leading
engineering businesses as engineers,
managers and project team leaders.
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28 29Entry Requirements
General Engineering This is a top-up programme
following the successful completion
HND Level 5 of HNC in Engineering (RQF).
This top-up course is delivered Teaching and Assessment Students will progress on to this course having
using a blended approach: Assessment will be via assignments. studied one of the current HNC Engineering
one day per week on campus Continuous assessment of learner programmes (RQF) within University Centre
with some additional learning performance is carried out by means Somerset’s Engineering department.
via remote delivery. of assignments and may include HNCs awarded by other institutions will
verbal presentations, projects, also be considered providing they meet the
The course is designed for those group-work, practical exercises, requirements of the RQF specification.
already working in a relevant written reports and integrative
engineering role and looking assignments that link various subject Applicants who are non-native English
to develop their career after areas. Learners attend College speakers, or who have not studied the
successfully completing their HNC for one full day a week and will be final two years of school in English, must
course (RQF). Learners study in expected to complete additional demonstrate a capability of English
new, state-of-the-art engineering study via remote learning, lectures at a standard commensurate with
facilities and are supported and self-study time at home. IELTS 5.5, with a minimum of 5.0 being
by a team of experienced awarded on individual sections.
professionals. This course can Progression Opportunities
also form the academic part You can look for work in a broad
Type: HND Level 5
of a Higher Apprenticeship. range of engineering occupations.
Attendance: Full-time or part-time
The course builds on the Many graduates from the HND course Location: Bridgwater
units completed during an have gone on to study at degree level Awarding body: Pearson
HNC programme to ‘top-up’ or have secured higher positions
General Engineering | HND Level 5
to a Level 5 qualification. within their companies as engineers,
managers and project team leaders.
The course includes the
following units:
• Research Project
• Professional Engineering
Management
• Further Maths
• Lean Manufacturing
• Sustainability
• Computer Aided Design (CAD)
for Engineering
• Virtual Engineering.
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30 31Entry Requirements
Motorsport Engineering Typically entrants will possess at
least ONE of the following:
Foundation Degree • A minimum of one pass at A Level
• 6-unit Vocational A Level (in Maths,
“I chose to study at UCS because of the course This course aims to develop the Teaching and Assessment Physics or a closely related subject)
content and professionalism of the lecturers. knowledge and skills that you You will undertake classroom • A National Certificate or Diploma or
will need to become a highly lectures, coupled with practical other full equivalent Level 3 qualification,
We had a vast amount of contact time, which qualified engineer. Our excellent sessions in manufacturing, in a discipline related to Engineering,
was really beneficial. facilities include a rolling road, composites, aerodynamics, chassis including merits in the applied units.
CAD suite, wind tunnel, damper and engine technology. You will
The chance to join a student-led dynamometer, advanced chassis also be required to do a significant
multi-championship motorsport team set-up equipment, CNC and amount of self-study and research. Type: Foundation Degree
UCAS Code: H335
was also a big draw. That helped expand machine shop and cylinder head
flow analysis equipment amongst a Assessment will include assignments, Institution code: O66
my knowledge, leading to my dream job whole host of software packages. reports, portfolio, project, Attendance: Full-time
with the Williams F1 team. presentations, drawing work and Location: Bridgwater
This programme is accredited by the practical skills assessments. Awarding body: Oxford Brookes
The highlight of the course was the hands-on IET and IMechE as partially meeting University
experience I gained in the workshop and trackside. the academic requirements for IEng Progression Opportunities
status. To get full IEng recognition On successful completion of this There may be the opportunity to study
We also got fantastic exposure to the industry.” course you have the opportunity to
you will need to study an accredited our full-time courses on a part-time
Motorsport Engineering | Foundation Degree
James Tate, Motorsport Engineering Foundation Degree BEng (Hons) Top-up. We have progress to the BEng (Hons) Top-up basis, please contact us to discuss.
carried out a large range of industry Degree in Motorsport Technology
partner visits to the likes of Xtrac, at University Centre Somerset or
Williams, Force India and other related at a university of your choice.
motorsport engineering companies.
We also have a series of guest Alternatively, graduates can apply
lectures throughout each year. You for a variety of roles in motorsport
will also be given the opportunity to and other engineering disciplines.
participate in the College race team. Recent graduates work with
companies including McLaren GT,
Modules may include: Bentley Motors, Jaguar Land Rover,
• Engineering Science MOD, Hyundai Motorsport (WRC),
• Engine Technology McLaren F1 and Neil Brown Engines.
• Composites and Materials
Technology
• Vehicle Dynamics and
Performance Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• Electronics and Microprocessors.
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32 33“During my Level 3 in Manufacturing Engineering, Entry Requirements
I completed a work placement with a Motorsport Typically entrants will possess:
• A minimum of a Pass grade in the
motorsport company. I loved it, and was Technology Teaching and Assessment Progression Opportunities Foundation Degree in Motorsport
excited to discover that I could do a You will undertake a range of Upon completion you may progress Engineering (to include Motorsport Fluid
foundation degree in the discipline at UCS. BEng (Hons) Top-up classroom lectures, coupled with lab to a range of Masters level courses Dynamics & Maths II) coupled with relevant
sessions. You will also be required that should result in a further year prior qualifications including GCSEs.
I toyed with an apprenticeship, but chose to do a high amount of self-study top-up, dependent upon study mode
This course has been developed in order to further research. and compatibility of modules. Applicants with a Higher National
to enrol on this course instead. It’s flexible,
as preparation for a range of Diploma or similar Foundation Degree
which means I am able to work at a technical and management careers Assessment will be via a Alternatively graduates can apply are also encouraged to apply.
supermarket alongside my studies. in motorsport engineering. The variety of methods including for a variety of roles in motorsport
course aims to build upon the assignments, reports, dissertation, and other engineering disciplines.
It’s hard work but definitely worth it. knowledge and skills developed portfolio, and presentations. Recent graduates work with
Type: Bachelors Degree
UCAS Code: H333
We’re given loads of support with from studying our Foundation companies including McLaren GT,
Degree. This programme is Bentley Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Institution code: O66
assignments and there’s a diverse accredited by the IET and by MOD, Hyundai Motorsport (WRC), Attendance: Full-time
mix of students. I’d recommend UCS the IMechE for IEng status. You McLaren F1 and Neil Brown Engines. Location: Bridgwater
to anyone.” will be able to take advantage of Awarding body: Oxford Brookes
brand new facilities, including a University
Adam Bullivant, Motorsport Engineering new race-team workshop and the
Foundation Degree
Advanced Engineering Centre, as There may be the opportunity to study
Motorsport Technology | BEng (Hons) Top-up
well as be a part of the race team. our full-time courses on a part-time
basis, please contact us to discuss.
Graduates of the course should
be able to work effectively in
industry as part of design,
development or research teams
with the skills necessary to turn
concepts into drawings and
through to the manufacturing
and assembly processes.
Modules may include:
• Advanced Automotive
Electronics
• Motorsport Engine Technology
• Project (double)
• Vehicle Dynamics
• Advanced CAD/CAM
• Management, Ethics and Energy
and Sustainability (double).
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34 35Entry Requirements
Nuclear Engineering • A minimum of 102 UCAS points
• A National Certificate/Diploma in a
Higher & Degree Level Apprenticeships numerate or engineering discipline
with a merit profile, to include Maths,
“I really enjoyed the practical work we did right at Higher and degree apprenticeships If you are interested in one of these or equivalent qualifications.
offer an exciting new way to apprenticeship opportunities, please • or A Levels in relevant subjects
the start of our course. This set the tone for our enter professional careers and contact us to discuss in more detail.
programme: it’s not just about learning gain valuable work experience For mature applicants we will accept a wide
in classrooms, but getting hands-on and while achieving a degree Teaching and Assessment range of non-standard and professional
level qualification. This gives You are assessed on your knowledge qualifications and experience, but if
solving problems. you a clear pathway to reach and skills on an on-going basis and candidates are unsure as to whether they
your career ambition in the will have to demonstrate that you qualify we encourage them to contact us.
UCS has brand-new facilities, which are really
workplace and will result in higher can meet the required standards
nice to learn in. I also like the breakout areas,
Nuclear Engineering | Higher & Degree Level Apprenticeships
earning capacity, recognition throughout your training. There will In order to undertake this course, you are
including the brilliant café. and professional status. be a mixture of coursework, projects, required to have a relevant employer.
vivas, exams and end assessment.
The teachers are all really helpful. They know Nuclear Engineering remains one of
Attendance: Up to 5 years,
their stuff and are always supportive if you the UK’s most important industries, Progression Opportunities
dependent on level
offering a diverse range of challenging The Higher or Degree Apprenticeship
have any issues.” apprenticeship opportunities within will provide you with excellent and employer
Amy Miller, Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship the Nuclear and Energy sectors career progression opportunities. Location: Cannington
including power generation, Fully qualified engineers are in high
decommissioning, nuclear new build, demand, both at home and abroad.
defence or renewable energy. degree level students could progress
onto suitable Masters Programmes
Apprenticeships delivered in the and further industry specific
National College for Nuclear Southern professional training programmes.
Hub (NCfN) have been developed
with industry partners, educational
partners and government to deliver
tomorrow’s nuclear workforce.
The NCfN has truly dedicated
state-of-the-art facilities including
reactor simulator, and virtual
reality training environment and
will provide tomorrow’s engineers
with high-tech, specialist training @BTC
to support the nuclear industry.
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36 37Where to find us
One of the benefits of
University Centre Somerset is
our accessibility. So however SOMERSET Bristol
you’re travelling, you will
find us easy to get to.
A38
Rail
Our Taunton and Bridgwater Cannington M5
campuses are easily accessible by A39 Bridgwater A303
train. Both towns are on the main
line from Bristol to Exeter, and
Taunton A372
our campuses are within an easy
walk or taxi ride of the station. A38
M5
Bus A303
We have bus stops on each of
our campuses, served by local
bus routes. A regular connection
runs between the Bridgwater
and Cannington campuses.
Car Taunton campus Bridgwater campus Cannington campus
All three campuses are easily Wellington Road Bath Road Rodway
accessible from the M5 motorway. Taunton Bridgwater Cannington
Each campus offers limited parking, Somerset Somerset Somerset
including designated areas for TA1 5AX TA6 4PZ TA5 2LS
disabled parking, mopeds and
bicycles. You will be charged £1 per 01278 455464
day to park at our Taunton campus, info@somerset.ac.uk
while parking is free at the Bridgwater
and Cannington campuses.
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38 39UCS course list
COMPUTING AND Certificate in Education LAND-BASED
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES Level 5 Certificate Agricultural Management
AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Foundation Degree
PGCE
Computing and Digital
Level 6 Diploma Agricultural Management
Technologies
Counselling Practice BSc (Hons) Top-up
BSc (Hons)
Level 4 Diploma Animal Management and
Computing and Digital
Psychotherapeutic Counselling Wildlife Conservation
Technologies
Level 5 Diploma BSc (Hons)
Foundation Degree
Apprenticeships Animal Management and
Computing and Digital
Professional Accountant Wildlife Conservation
Technologies
Level 4 Foundation Degree
BSc (Hons) Top-up
Project Manager Animal Management and
Business Management
Level 4 Wildlife Conservation
HNC/HND
BSc (Hons) Top-up
Accounting Operations/Departmental Manager
Level 5 Animal Management
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma
Level 4 Professional Certificate
Management and Leadership HR Consultant/Partner
Level 5 Wildlife Conservation
Level 5 Award / Certificate / Diploma
Level 4 Professional Certificate
People Management Cyber Security Technologist
Level 4 (subject to approval) Apprenticeships
Associate Diploma
Level 5 Diploma Agriculture
Software Developer Level 4
Human Resources Management Level 4 (subject to approval)
Level 5 Certificate Network Engineer
Education & Training Level 4 (subject to approval)
Level 4 Certificate Digital Technology Solutions
Education & Training Level 6 Degree (subject to approval)
Level 5 Diploma
Certificate in Education
Level 4 Certificate
For information about all of our courses visit
www.somerset.ac.uk where you can also
request prospectuses for each subject area.
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40 41CONSTRUCTION, Apprenticeships HEALTH, CHILDHOOD STUDIES, Sports Science with Sports CREATIVE ARTS Media Make-up
ENGINEERING, Nuclear Engineering SPORT AND PUBLIC SERVICES Coaching Education Art & Design Foundation Degree
NUCLEAR Higher & Degree Level Early Childhood Studies Foundation Degree Foundation Diploma
& MOTORSPORT Media Make-up
Apprenticeships BA (Hons) Applied Sports Science BA (Hons) Top-up
Construction & the Creative Fashion and Textiles
Construction Quantity Early Childhood Studies and Coaching BA (Hons)
Built Environment Media Production
Surveying Technician Foundation Degree BSc (Hons) Top-up
HNC Level 4 Creative Fashion and Textiles Foundation Degree
Level 4 Early Childhood Studies Public Services and Criminology
Construction & the Built Foundation Degree Music Production
Construction Design and BA (Hons) Top-up Foundation Degree
Environment (Civil Engineering) Creative Fashion and Textiles HND
HNC Level 4 Build Technician Early Years Senior Practitioner Children, Young People and BA (Hons) Top up Performance Arts
Level 4 Level 5 Diploma Families Practitioner
Construction & the Built Fine Art Level 4
Construction Site Level 4
Environment (Civil Engineering) Health & Social Care BA (Hons) Apprenticeships
HND Level 5 Engineering Technician BA (Hons) Apprenticeships
Level 4 Fine Art Fashion & Textiles
Aeronautical Engineering Health & Social Care Lead Practitioner in Adult Care
Foundation Degree Product Technologist
HNC Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor Foundation Degree Level 4
Level 4
Level 4 Fine Art
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Health & Social Care Leader in Adult Care
BA (Hons) Top-up
HNC Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing BA (Hons) Top-up Level 5 ACCESS TO HE
Technician Creative Digital &
Adult Care Healthcare Assistant Practitioner Nursing & Midwifery
Manufacturing Engineering Level 4 Graphic Design
HNC Level 4 Level 4 Diploma Level 5 Science
BA (Hons)
Process Leader Leadership and Management Social Science
Mechanical Engineering Level 4 Leadership & Management Creative Digital &
for Adult Care for Adult Care Sport Science
HNC Level 4 Graphic Design
Aerospace Engineer Level 5 Diploma Level 5 (subject to approval)
General Engineering Foundation Degree
Level 6 Degree Adult Care Physio and Sports Therapy
HNC Level 4 Assistant Practitioner (Health) Creative Digital &
Nuclear Engineer Level 5 Diploma Level 4 (subject to approval)
General Engineering Graphic Design
Level 6 Degree Computing
HND Level 5 Primary Care and Health Nursing Associate BA (Hons) Top up
Management Level 5 (subject to approval) (subject to approval)
Motorsport Engineering Media Make-up
Level 5 Certificate/Diploma BA (Hons)
Foundation Degree
Motorsport Technology
BEng (Hons) Top-up
For information about all of our courses visit
www.somerset.ac.uk where you can also
request prospectuses for each subject area.
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