Mechanical Engineering for England HND
Nottingham Trent University
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Higher National Diploma - HND

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Mansfield

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Full Time

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SEP-25

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1 year

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Higher National Diploma - HND

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Mansfield

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Introduction:Taught at NTU in Mansfield, we are providing access to alternative routes in higher education. Weve built qualifications with the local job market in mind. Each of our higher education courses is relevant, hands-on and work focused.This course is ideal if you are already working in engineering and want to progress in your career as well as those who want to work in the engineering sector. Youll get a broad knowledge through studying a wide range of engineering subjects to develop ...Read more

Introduction:

Taught at NTU in Mansfield, we are providing access to alternative routes in higher education. We've built qualifications with the local job market in mind. Each of our higher education courses is relevant, hands-on and work focused.

This course is ideal if you are already working in engineering and want to progress in your career as well as those who want to work in the engineering sector. You'll get a broad knowledge through studying a wide range of engineering subjects to develop technical, communication and management skills needed by today's technical engineers.

As the level of automation in the Mansfield and Ashfield region grows, this course will align and work with the local industry to fulfill local demands and future-proof the workforce.

Careers and employability

This course focuses on specialist technical skills and knowledge and provides you with a clear set of skills and goals for entering employment. Following this course, you can enter a wide range of engineering roles, including CAD / CAM Designer, Engineering Technician (Design of Rail Rolling Stock), Technical Engineer (Metal Packaging Production) and Design Engineer (Aerospace Connectors).

As this is a vocational course part-time students would typically already be working in industry. This course is suitable for applicants planning to progress to the first level of supervisory responsibility in their career.

Employability team

Our expert employability team will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice. You can benefit from this service at any time during your studies and for up to three years after completing your course.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
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16/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
27th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th
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Thomas
21 Jan 25

Lacking communication and and some organisation. Strong..Read more

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Ben
20 Jan 25

Absolutely incredible uni can’t say anything i believe needs improvement..Read more

Modules

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HNC (BTEC)

HNC (BTEC):

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Higher National Certificate in General Engineering or equivalent

Tuition fees

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£17,900 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

The above mentioned fee is for 24-25 entry. There may be a slight increase in the year 25-26 entry.

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is one of the most popular universities in the UK, with a worldwide reputation for excellence....

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University Vision West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road Mansfield Nottinghamshire NG18 5BH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Mansfield  0.9 miles away
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