General Engineering
University of PortsmouthGeneral 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
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
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- East Cowes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Engineering and technology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ