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HND - Higher National Diploma
Uxbridge Campus
Part Time
SEP, OCT
2 years
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HND - Higher National Diploma
Uxbridge Campus
Part time
SEP, OCT
2 years
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Who is the course for
This two-year course is suitable for young, mature adults seeing to reskill / upskill in the engineering sector.
Study Methods
This course will run one day a week. Mixture of theory by lectures/teaching (70%), practical demonstrations/workshops (25%), tutorials/virtual learning environments (2%), guest speakers and field trips (3%) with 7.5 contact hours per week over 32 weeks during academic year. Student are expected to complete approximately 90 hours per unit for each 15 credit unit of independent study (i.e. on research and completing assignments) and unsupervised form of learning (e.g. e-learning, e-assessment, coursework, work-based learning, etc.).
How is the course assessed
Assessment is through a series of time-constrained written assignments which involve design projects, practical, simulation, posters, logbooks and presentations.
Where next - Further Studies
Our previous students have progressed onto the second/final year of a relevant degree course at the following universities:
Where next - Job Opportunities
The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many areas of the Engineering sector. Previous students have successfully gained employment in the following roles: production engineer, design engineer, project engineering, installation and commissioning, maintenance engineer, technical sales, technical trainers, technician, lecturers, quality control, etc.
Exam type
HNC (BTEC)HNC (BTEC):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (RQF).
Students living in
England
£4,395 per year
Students from England
The fees quoted are for home students for one year of study and include tuition, exam fee, materials, ID card (which gives access to the college and facilities e.g. library) and college registration.
Students from International
To be confirmed
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