General Engineering

University of Portsmouth

Undergraduate HND Part-time 2 Years Engineering and technology

General Engineering HND is an undergraduate degree at University of Portsmouth, based in East Cowes, taught part-time over 2 years. Typical A-level entry is EEE.

A-Level Entry

EEE

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

48 points

Typical offer · UCAS

About this course

Overview

If you want to get ahead in your engineering career, an HND in General Engineering can help you realise your ambition. On this course, which you can do full time or part time, you'll get to grips with the fundamentals of engineering sciences and management, and learn how you can apply your skills to the industries you want to work in.

You'll learn from experts, and apply what you learn to your job if you're already in an engineering role. When you finish the course, you'll have new skills, knowledge and professional experience, backed up by a Higher National Diploma that could help you land your dream job, or progress in your career. You could also continue your studies, for example, by topping up your HND to a Bachelor's degree.

What you'll experience

On this course, you'll:

- Attend the brand new £12 million Centre of Excellence for Composites, Advanced Manufacturing and Marine (CECAMM) at the Isle of Wight College

- Study topics that support your interests and career ambitions

- Learn from experts in seminars, lectures and group sessions

- Put what you learn to work in your job straight away, if you're already in employment

- Get the option to continue your studies, and top-up your HND to a Bachelor's degree after the course

Careers and opportunities

Our Careers and Employability service can help you with career planning and you'll get access industry contacts, careers events and recruitment fairs during the course.

After you finish the course, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades EEE
UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
BTEC PPP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Diploma - HND
Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
East Cowes
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Engineering and technology