Engineering
This general engineering qualification fulfils the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer status. In addition, the combination of this degree and an accredited MSc meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor at UK Level 6 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Open University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor at UK Level 6 | Open University |
Duration
How long it takes
Part time – 6 years
Time limit – 12 years
Study method: Distance learning.
How much time do I need?
Study intensity varies across this qualification – you’ll study some modules consecutively, and others you may study in parallel or overlap (increasing your weekly study hours).
Stage 1 comprises four modules (T192, T193, T194 and T176) that you must study in that order over two years.
• T192 and T193 are 30-credit modules studied over 21 weeks, so expect to study each for 14-15 hours per week. You must finish T192 before starting T193.
• T194 and T176 are 30-credit modules studied over 30–31 weeks, so expect to study each for 9-10 hours per week. You must finish T193 before starting T194.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; however, you’ll need some knowledge of mathematics, an interest in technology, and the ability to read and write to a good standard of English.
Check you have the necessary skills at students.open.ac.uk/openmark/engineering.ayrf1
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Careers / Further progression
Career relevance
Our BEng (Hons) is a general engineering qualification that provides an entry into a wide range of more specialist engineering roles. Examples include:
• mechanical engineer
• electronic engineer
• structural engineer
• production engineer
• biomedical engineer
• environmental engineer
• materials engineer
• other roles within engineering management
• manufacturing engineer
Other careers
Qualified engineers are much in demand for their rigorous approach to problem solving and high level of numeracy. These skills open up a wide range of other career opportunities – for example in management or finance – as well as in engineering itself. Opportunities exist in research, design and development, commissioning, project management, technical sales and marketing, technical journalism and patent work. With appropriate experience and qualifications it’s also possible to be a self-employed consultant.
Exploring your options: see 'Course Web Page' link below for further information.
Further information
Start dates
• October 2024: Registration closes 05/09/2024
• April 2025: Registration closes 13/03/2025
Credit transfer: apply by 08/08/2024
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
This general engineering qualification fulfils the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer status. In addition, the combination of this degree and an accredited MSc meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer status. Engineering is a creative and analytical subject. You’ll develop the skills, techniques, and knowledge that professional engineers need and learn the underpinned science and mathematics. The course has a common core with a choice of routes to suit your area of interest. You’ll work on real-life projects to create innovative solutions to challenging problems, teaming up with other students and working on your own projects.
Key features of the course
• Accredited on behalf of the Engineering Council – see Careers
• Gain the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
• Take part in individual and team-based projects, practical activities and remote access experiments
• Move to a different engineering qualification if your aspirations change, even after you’ve started
• Choose from a broad engineering route and six specialist routes
• Develop your employability skills, including personal and professional development planning
Stage 1 of this degree is the same as our Certificate of Higher Education in Engineering (T48) and Stage 1 of our Diploma of Higher Education in Engineering (W93) and Master of Engineering (M04).
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits.
• In Stage 1, you’ll study four 30-credit modules.
• In Stage 2, you’ll study three 30-credit core engineering modules and one 30-credit module from your chosen route.
• In Stage 3, you’ll study 90 credits from your chosen route and complete a 30-credit project module.
See 'Course Web Page' link below for more information on modules.
Learning outcomes, teaching and assessment
This qualification develops your learning in four main areas:
• Knowledge and understanding.
• Cognitive skills.
• Practical and professional skills.
• Key skills.
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