General Engineering

University Centre Rotherham
Undergraduate HND Full-time 2 Years Engineering and technology

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

48 points

About this course

About this Course:

This programme is a new QCF-approved Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) Diploma with Pearson BTEC as the awarding body.

This course is a continuation from the Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) which provides advanced technical knowledge through general engineering principles, concepts and theory that includes both mechanical and electrical principles.

The courses also provide the higher-level technical, vocational and general engineering skills to equip you for a range of related occupations. Rotherham College and North Notts College have invested in new equipment and facilities, including mechatronics, PLC facilities, and metallurgy and science laboratories, with a further investment in the new engineering workshop facilities. The full-time HND in General Engineering is designed to provide you with new opportunities including: Career development, Improved salary, Increased job satisfaction and Personal achievement.

Studying the HND in General Engineering at either college means that you are able to study a nationally-recognised Higher Education qualification locally. ​ The HND will also enhance career opportunities and help meet aspirations to become a supervisor or manager.

This course is available to study at both North Notts and Rotherham College.

Modules Covered: Level 5

Semester 1

-Further Maths

-Lean Manufacturing

-Distributed Control Systems

Semester 2

-Professional Engineering Project

-Industrial systems

-Further PLC's

Semester 3

-Research project

Progression:

  • Upon successful completion of these courses, you could go into employment as an electrical or mechanical engineer or other related engineering occupations.

  • Progress onto an engineering degree ​

    Entry Requirements: The HND is an 18-month top-up from the HNC General Engineering. The units gained on your HNC must be transferable to suit the HND matrix.

    If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 48 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2126 Aerospace engineers
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2123 Electrical engineers

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Higher National Diploma - HND
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Rotherham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Engineering and technology

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    University Centre Rotherham

    Rotherham

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