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Last Updated: 12 Jan 2026

Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering (3 years)

Do you wish to be part of the team that helps to improve the operational efficiency of machines and automation processes in a manufacturing or an engineering environment?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 Central
ITE College East
ITE College West
Admission type: JIEN, ITE EAE
Course duration: 3 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JIE 'N':
CollegeCourse code
B4 net aggregate
ITE College Central
HF3ME
ITE College East
HF3ME
ITE College West
HF3ME

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 N-Level students seeking admission through JIE
SubjectGrade
Completed GCE 'N' Level-

Internship

Internship duration3+6 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 Intake Exercise 'N' (JIE 'N')

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.