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Engineering Competence (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, England
30 monthsDuration
£1,000Per Year (Home)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the PgDip Engineering Competence (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship) at University of Portsmouth. Based in Portsmouth, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 30-month full-time structure. Do you want to study for a career-boosting diploma while you earn a salary? On this PgDip Engineering Competence degree apprenticeship course, which lasts just over 2 years, you'll learn core skills in areas such as project management, team management and analytics. You’ll cover topics such as sustainability and health and safety, and work on projects that contribute to your success at work. Home/uk fees are £1,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,000 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Sustainability and health and safety
and work on projects that contribute to your success at work
Project management
team management and analytics
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Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | PgDip Engineering Competence entry requirements Contact information Degree Apprenticeships +44 (0)23 9284 8599 degree-apprenticeships@port.ac.uk Contact Degree Apprenticeships Entry requirements PgDip Engineering Competence entry requirements Close all September 2026 start Qualifications or experience An honours degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject. All applicants are required to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or underta |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£1,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Costs and funding Tuition fees As from the 1st January 2026 the Funding arrangements for Level 7 apprenticeships changed, please contact degree-apprenticeship-office@port.ac.uk for further information." Please see our degree apprenticeships page for further information. Additional course costs These course-related costs aren’t included in the tuition fees. So you’ll need to budget for them when you plan your spending
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Portsmouth
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,000 | £32,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £25,000 | £29,500 | £36,000 |
| 5 years | £30,500 | £37,000 | £45,500 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH10-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
80%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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