HNCs

What are HNCs?

HNC courses are at a higher level than National Qualifications and as a result are in greater depth, with each Unit (1 credit) consisting of approximately 40 hours of study.

They are vocationally focused and generally concentrate on specific careers, meaning you’ll become well equipped with both practical and theoretical skills in your chosen area of study. These are most commonly studied at college but have now be introduced to the ABZ Campus.

PUPILS CHOOSING AN HNC SHOULD ONLY CHOOSE ONE OTHER SUBJECT IN SCHOOL. HNCs REQUIRE PUPILS TO BE OUT AT COLLEGE FOR 2.5 DAYS OF THE SCHOOL WEEK

How are HNCs assessed?

You will be assessed using a variety of methods. You will be assessed through assignments, projects and practical tasks that you complete throughout the course All assessments are internal and there is no final exam. You will also be assessed on placement to ensure you have met the requirements of practical element of the course.

How do I apply?

Apply using Google Form – https://forms.gle/quAaaF76L3kVzM3Q8

Deadline for submitting applications is Friday 24^th February. Applications will be accepted after this date but priority will be given to those that meet the deadline.

PLEASE SPEAK TO YOUR GUIDANCE TEACHER IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN STUDYING AND HNC.

Through our School Links partnership with NESCOL you can study:

• HNC Business

• HNC Mechanical Engineering

• HNC Technologies and Business

Use the links below to find out more about each of the courses: