Level 5 HND in Manufacturing Engineering in Nottingham – Nottingham College Highfields Campus

Cost£8,250.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Level 5 HND in Manufacturing Engineering in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College Highfields Campus, full-time during the day. This two-year course develops advanced engineering knowledge across manufacturing and mechanical engineering. You'll work on project-based learning including laboratory investigations, design work, and case studies. The programme covers mathematical and scientific principles, engineering design, and manufacturing techniques. Entry typically requires 48 UCAS points from A Levels, a BTEC Diploma, an Access to HE Diploma, T Levels, or equivalent. Mature applicants with relevant professional experience are welcome to apply.

Who this course is for

This programme is designed to educate future engineers with greater flexibility and technical capability by exploring the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering. It is intended for students who have completed studies at an advanced level, or who have more varied experience and wish to pursue a career in engineering and manufacturing.

The course contains significant project-based learning including laboratory investigations, design work, projects, case studies and tutorials.

The course aims to:

Develop skills in manufacturing and mechanical engineering Encourage students to develop solutions to manufacturing and mechanical problem Establish employability skills and develop a multi-tasking and multi-skills approach.

Knowledge of manufacturing engineering and systems is developed by:

Understanding the general engineering industry and related work placements Examining historical, theoretical and ethical positions in response to engineering design Considering the relationship between traditional skills and developing technologies Being aware of the creative process of engineering design Understanding the behaviour of materials subjected to complex loading systems Determining the dynamic parameters of power transmission system elements and rotating systems

Practical skills essential for the manufacturing and mechanical engineer includes production methods technical aptitude, pre-planning and production organisation and presentation skills.

Entry requirements

You’ll need a minimum of 48 UCAS points from:

At least two A Levels at A2 BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma International Baccalaureate Access to HE Diploma T levels

Other combinations of qualifications and experience will also be considered, as will Level 3 qualifications not currently listed on the UCAS tariff.

Mature applicants with relevant professional experience and/or qualifications are welcome to apply.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply mathematical and scientific principles to engineering design and manufacturing problems.
  • You'll develop advanced design analysis skills to produce efficient, durable, and sustainable products.
  • You'll use engineering modelling techniques to optimise mechanical and thermodynamic systems.
  • You'll carry out laboratory investigations and interpret technical results.
  • You'll plan and manage engineering projects, working as part of a team.
  • You'll explore the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering processes.
  • You'll build problem-solving and analytical skills applied to real engineering challenges.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and project-driven. You'll complete laboratory investigations, design projects, case studies, and tutorials. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments, project submissions, and practical tasks. The programme is structured around a full weekly timetable over two years, with each unit assessed as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College Highfields Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Manufacturing engineer, overseeing production processes and quality
  • Mechanical design engineer, developing products and components
  • Process engineer, improving manufacturing efficiency and output
  • Production manager, leading teams on the factory floor
  • Quality assurance engineer, ensuring products meet technical standards
  • CAD technician, producing detailed engineering drawings
  • Project engineer, coordinating technical projects across teams

What you could study next

  • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. A Level 6 degree top-up (often one further year) for those wanting full bachelor's-level status and broader career options.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering. Combines work-based learning with degree-level study, suited to those moving into employment after the HND.
  • Chartered Engineer status via a professional body such as IMechE, for those aiming at senior engineering roles.

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