


The Higher National Diploma is a university-level qualification (Level 5) with a strong vocational emphasis. It is a nationally recognised qualification that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment or the opportunity to progress to study at university. The awarding body is Edexcel.
Course Highlights
Some modules are available via Online Attendance.
For people currently employed in a related field, an HND provides the opportunity to upgrade knowledge and skills, combining work and study and may be a more cost-effective alternative to university study. This course is equivalent to the first year of a full time university-level programme.
Our supportive environment for learning will give you the best opportunity to succeed by providing you with individual attention whilst studying. You will get to know all your teachers well and benefit from a supportive and friendly environment.
The Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering has been developed to focus on equipping individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in the Mechanical Engineering Industries.
| FEE | COST |
|---|---|
| Fee Per Year | £5500 |
There are no up-front tuition fees for this course when taking out a student loan. Read more and find out if you are eligible.
Please note that while we make reasonable adjustments to remove any barriers to education, additional fees may be payable where this is not possible. For example, to provide additional support due to a disability. Please contact us if you believe you have any additional needs so that we can discuss your options before enrolling on a course.
The Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering has been developed to focus on equipping individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to succeed in employment in the Mechanical Engineering Industries.
Common Units:
Unit 5002: Professional Engineering Management
Unit 5006: Further Mathematics
Mechanical Pathway:
Unit 5003: Advanced Mechanical Principles
Unit 5004: Virtual Engineering
Unit 5005: Further Thermodynamics
Unit 5015: Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Unit 5016: Lean Manufacturing
Unit 5023: Thermofluids
There is strong emphasis on analysis and evaluation of subject-specialist concepts and procedures. Learners will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance in working life, enabling learners to make an immediate contribution providing flexibility knowledge skills and motivation as a basis for future studies and career.
The structure of our programmes follows educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the Programme Specification documents found under our Quality Assurance page, including further details such as the learning outcomes.
You can apply for this higher education course in the following ways:
UCAS Code - H30H
Institution Code - F66
48 UCAS points in relevant subject(s) Access 45 Credits at Pass, 15 Credits at Merit in an appropriate subject. Mature applicants with relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case by case basis. A satisfactory interview and reference will be required.
Please contact us through the form below. After submitting a form we will contact you as soon as possible. We will delete your information one month after the beginning of the next academic year.
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Farnborough has a lot of connections with companies, I've already been able to talk to some of my lecturers who have helped me discover opportunities that I didn't even know exist.Harry Engineering





