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Last Updated: 23 Feb 2026

Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering (2 years)

Join the Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering to gain essential skills and knowledge to optimise operational efficiency of machines. You will learn how to provide technical support in areas such as engineering design, manufacturing automation using Robots and Programmable Logic Controllers, and quality assurance. Become a specialist in manufacturing skills and technologies, and open the door to exciting career opportunities in various mechanical engineering environments. Take the first step towards a rewarding future today!

ITE College West
ITE College East
ITE College Central
Admission type: JAE, JIEH, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELR2B2-C net aggregate
ITE College West
V7815 - 35
ITE College East
V3515 - 33
ITE College Central
V2115 - 34

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HFMEZ and applies to all colleges.

Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JIE 'H':
CollegeCourse code
ELMAB3 net aggregate
ITE College Central
FPMEC5 - 12
ITE College East
FPMEC5 - 14
ITE College West
FPMEC8 - 14

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
SubjectGrade
English Language1-8
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-7

Any one of the following subjects

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Combined Science
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design and Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Human and Social Biology
  • Integrated Science
  • Physics/Engineering Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)/Physical Science
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
1-8
For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
SubjectGrade
English Language1-4
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-4

Any 3 other subjects

    		1-5

    Internship

    Internship duration6 months

    Career prospects

    Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering graduates are employed by Manufacturing (Precision Engineering) firms and companies that provide engineering services from front-end computer-aided design & drafting (CADD), automation & robotics system development to predictive maintenance of engineering equipment. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Engineering Assistant, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, Quality Assurance Technician and Quality Process Technician.

    How to register

    Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

    You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

    Joint Intake Exercise 'H' (JIE 'H')

    You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.

    ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

    You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.