The Level 4 Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Technician offers an innovative way of futureproofing businesses. Apprentices work as part of manufacturing teams and gain in-depth knowledge and skills in production and manufacturing engineering. Apprentices are critical thinkers and independent learners, able to solve complex design and engineering-related problems individually and in teams. Validated by Bournemouth University, accredited by the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) and delivered by Bournemouth & Poole College, the Apprenticeship has high industrial relevance and close ties with the requirements of local industry. Apprentices will work on ‘live’ projects and assignments related to and based on real experiences within their organisation.

What the course leads to

What courses can I do after this? 

Completing this Level 4 HNC apprenticeship will give you the knowledge and experience to progress to a degree in a relevant subject.

What do I need to apply

To do this course you should have... 

To begin at Level 4/HNC, candidates will typically have 32 UCAS points, one A Level at grade C in a relevant subject or equivalent AVCE or national diploma/certificate.

To enrol as an apprentice you must be in employment and your employer agree to the process of signing up to and completing the necessary tasks within the Apprenticeship Service. We will be able to support your employer through this process as required.

Course costs

Course CodeUCAS Code Start Date Costs
BP20047 Various TBC

* Please note fees are subject to change.

Course content

Course Content 

This course is the lead in to our degree level apprenticehsip programmes, apprentices will pass through four major stages. The first two years will be spent studying for a Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) qualification, and then progress to our Level 5 Foundation Degree (FdEng) in the third year. To complete the full Degree (BEng), the apprentice will complete two further years of study. Upon completion, not only will they have a range of skills tailored to business needs, but they will also have six years of vital industry experience. The final year also involves preparation for the end point assessment.

More info

Start Day/Time 

Level 4 begins in September. The Higher and Degree Apprentices usually study at college one day a week, in agreement with their employer.

Duration 

42 Months

Attendance 

Apprenticeship

Campus Code 

P

Qualification Name 

HNC

Institution 

Bournemouth & Poole College

Awarding Body 

Bournemouth & Poole College

Curriculum Area 

Engineering - Engineering and Electronics

Academic Year 

2024/25

Duration 

42 Months

Attendance 

Apprenticeship

Campus Code 

P

Qualification Name 

HNC

Institution 

Bournemouth & Poole College

Awarding Body 

Bournemouth & Poole College

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