This course is designed for students taking their first steps into employment, providing progression into the workplace either directly or through studying at Higher Education level. The course has been designed to meet employers’ needs. These Higher National qualifications are widely recognised by industry and higher education as the principal vocational qualification at Levels 4 and 5 with a high academic content.
The Level 5 HND programme offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of some sector specific skills and knowledge through the specialist units in each pathway. The units in these pathways effectively build underpinning core knowledge while preparing you for more intense subject specialisation at higher levels. You will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study and directed study.
5 GCSE qualifications at grade A*-C or 9-4 (to include, science, Maths and English) BTEC Level 3 Diploma with MP grade or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with MPP grade in an Engineering bias. The usual entry requirements for this course are a minimum of 96 UCAS points obtained from level 3 qualifications.
English language requirements Students who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied the final two years of school in English but can demonstrate capability in English to
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A Level 5 HND in Manufacturing Engineering qualification is recognised by many UK universities for entry into the final year of a BEng or MEng Engineering Degree, often with advanced standing. You could also progress to a Level 6 Top-Up Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering. For those moving into management, a Level 5 or Level 6 qualification in Engineering Management is a natural next step.
