Mechanical Engineering (Top-Up), Level 5 HND

Heart of Worcestershire College
Undergraduate HND Part-time 2 Years Mechanical engineering

About this course

A career in mechanical engineering allows you to build a better future for you, and for the world. Mechanical engineering is at the front of developing cutting edge technologies for many industries including transport, healthcare, construction and robotics. The HND in Mechanical Engineering at Heart of Worcestershire College gives academic and practical expertise to help learners to progress with their careers. The course is made up of eight units and is delivered over two years. One day of taught sessions per week, support sessions and tutorials will also be available. Approximately six hours per week personal study is required, which is supported by Heart of Worcestershire College material and Pearson approved online resources.

CORE MODULES

  • Research Project (core unit)

  • Professional Engineering Management (core unit)

  • Further Mathematics (specialist unit)

  • Advanced Mechanical Principles (specialist unit)

  • Virtual Engineering (specialist unit)

  • Further Thermodynamics

  • Manufacturing Systems Engineering

  • Lean Manufacturing

  • Thermofluids
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2129 Engineering professionals
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2123 Electrical engineers
    2122 Mechanical engineers
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Higher National Diploma - HND
    Study Mode
    Part-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Worcester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Mechanical engineering