Engineering

Engineering courses provide a structured framework to developing knowledge and practical know-how in the industry. Courses are offered at Level 1, 2 and 3. 

Engineering is delivered at the Stevenage Skills Centre, a purpose-built unit where students can learn both the practical skills and technical knowledge required for a career in engineering. The training environment at the skills centre emulates an industrial working environment for practical learning with class rooms equipped with up to date computer technology for theoretical learning. All courses are led by tutors with industry experience and are designed to prepare students to enter the industry in their chosen craft.

What to do next

Please choose the course you wish to study from the list at the top of the page and download an application form or apply online.

Stevenage Skills Centre

The Stevenage Skills Centre is a purpose-built facility consisting of five large converted factory units.The units have been divided up to provide the optimum learning atmosphere and experience for students studying engineering.

The equipment used in the skills centre is state-of-the-art, and is recommended for learning purposes by experts in each industry.

For more information, please visit the Stevenage Skills Centre website.

The Bloodhound SSC

The Bloodhound SSC car is capable of travelling at a top speed of 1,000 miles per hour, and Engineering students at NHC were given the opportunity to learn about how the car works, how it reaches such incredible speeds and most importantly, the engineering in creating enough downforce to keep the supersonic car grounded.