Higher Education at Newham College

Higher Education at Newham College

Equipping you with the skills and knowledge for in-demand roles in the digital, construction, engineering, education, and healthcare sectors.

What Are HTQs?

Employer-designed Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs), approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE). HTQs are Level 4 Higher National Certificates (HNCs) and level 5 Higher National Diplomas (HNDs)qualifications, equivalent to the first two years of a degree, designed to:

Equip students with practical, job-ready skills.
Offer a flexible pathway to skilled employment or further study.
Address industry demands with programmes developed in collaboration with employers.

Who Are HTQs for?

HTQs are ideal for individuals aged 18+ who want to:

Start a career in skilled employment.
Retrain/upskill in a growing industry.
Progress to further education, including university top-up degrees.

What Makes HTQs Unique?

Practical, hands-on learning designed with employers.
Shorter and more affordable than traditional degree routes
Flexible options for career-focused learning or progression to higher study.

Why Choose HTQs at Newham College?

Employer-Validated: Developed to meet industry standards and workforce needs.

Flexible Study: Options for full-time or part-time study, with September or January intakes.

Diverse Sector Disciplines: Construction, Digital, Engineering and Healthcare

Affordable Tuition: Study for £5,850 per year at Newham College—40% less than the average university degree (£9,535 per year).

Progression Opportunities: Seamless pathways to Level 5 and 6 top-up degrees.

Accessible Campuses: Study at East Ham, Stratford, or the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT), in partnership with Queen Mary University London.

Student-Centred Learning: Small class sizes, high tutor-to-student ratios, and dedicated support.