BSc Honours Top-Up Degree

Study for a degree in NDT by distance learning

BSc (Hons) Non-Destructive Testing (Top-Up)

	Course overview
	Course summary: The aim of the course is to allow people already working in the non-destructive testing (NDT) industries who have completed the FdSc NDT (or equivalent) to continue study by distance learning at a higher level.
	Attendance: This is a distance learning course allowing the student to study from home or work. You will need access to the internet.
	Course run by: University of Northampton
	Entry requirements: Applicants will be expected to have successfully completed the FdSc Non-Destructive Testing or have an equivalent qualification.
	Location: Distance learning
	Assessment: Modules are assessed by coursework.
	Fees and bursaries: For up-to-date fees and bursary information for this course please visit: http://www.northampton.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding

	Course aims
	The subjects covered build upon the ideas explored during the FdSc to increase knowledge and skills, which will complement the students' current job and increase career prospects.
	Special course features Distance learning Modular The course is closely linked to PCN certification through the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT).
	Course content Because the course is both modular and taught by distance learning, study is very flexible. You can study full-time or part-time and choose which modules to study at each stage. A module could also be taken as a 'one-off', either as a taster before deciding whether or not to do other modules or in order to update skills in that particular area.
	*Stage three* This stage teaches advanced NDT techniques such as corrosion analysis, thermographic imaging, radar and microwave testing, condition monitoring and acoustic emission. A double module project is carried out in which the student carries out an individual project, which is usually related to their work. Typical modules include Acoustic emission Advanced mathematics Condition monitoring Corrosion analysis Radar and microwave testing
	Career opportunities The course is designed for people who are already working in the NDT industries who want to gain qualifications to help progress their careers.
	Further information For further information contact Dr Katherine Kirk at the University of Northampton (katherine.kirk@northampton.ac.uk).