General Engineering

University of Portsmouth
Undergraduate HND Part-time 2 Years Engineering and technology

A-Level Entry

EEE

UCAS Points

48 points

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:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2129 Engineering professionals
    1252 Garage managers and proprietors
    2124 Electronics engineers

    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