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Level 5 HND Engineering in Newbury

Cost£6,000.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 5 HND Engineering classes at Newbury College in Newbury. This Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering is a full-time course studied one day a week. You'll need a completed HNC in an engineering discipline to join.

The course builds advanced mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge. You'll cover engineering principles, design, and technical problem-solving. Teaching combines classroom sessions with online learning. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering at Level 5.

Who this course is for

This professional qualification is suitable for those working in the engineering industry who are looking to develop their mechanical engineering skills. It is a recognised qualification in engineering that offers career progression for those already in employment or as a platform for continued studies at degree level. You will study the qualification part-time, one day a week over two years. This course is delivered though a blended learning approach, meaning teaching and learning occur both on site in the classroom and off site via a virtual learning platform.

Entry requirements

You must have completed HNC in an engineering discipline. Depending on existing qualifications, you may be required to complete additional top-up units to ensure they meet Pearson BTEC requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply advanced engineering principles to real technical problems.
  • You'll develop mechanical engineering design and analysis skills.
  • You'll study electrical and electronic engineering concepts.
  • You'll use industry-standard tools and technical methods.
  • You'll build project management skills for engineering contexts.
  • You'll develop your ability to evaluate and improve engineering systems.

How you will learn

Classes run one day a week at Newbury College, combining face-to-face teaching with online learning. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course. Some units may include written assessments or presentations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports design and testing in engineering teams.
  • Mechanical Engineer, designs and develops mechanical systems and components.
  • Electrical Engineer, works on electrical systems in manufacturing or infrastructure.
  • Manufacturing Engineer, improves production processes in engineering environments.
  • Design Engineer, creates technical drawings and product specifications.
  • Quality Engineer, ensures products and processes meet engineering standards.

What you could study next

  • BEng (Bachelor of Engineering), a full honours degree for those wanting to specialise further or move into senior engineering roles.
  • Level 6 Engineering Management Qualification, for engineers moving into team leadership or operations management.
  • Chartered Engineer status via a professional body such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, for those aiming at the top of the profession.
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