The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering (Two Pathways) is a direct top-up from the Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering (Two Pathways).
A HND in Engineering (Two Pathways) is the ideal qualification for getting ahead in your engineering career. This course has been developed to successfully combine theoretical study and practical work to focus on the requirements of industry. You will learn the fundamentals of engineering and how to apply them effectively throughout your career. This qualification provides opportunities for learners to apply their knowledge and practical skills in the workplace. Full-time learners have the opportunity to do this through formal work placements or part-time employment experience.
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 qualification that could help achieve your dream job, or progress further in your career.
The course combines a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, assignment work, programming tasks and lab work. Assessment is by assignment work, which includes calculations, lab work, circuit/system simulations, programming, research and investigations.
**Course themes include:**
• Embedded systems
• Further maths for engineering
• Professional engineering management
• Research project
• Strengths of materials
• Combustion and heat transfer
• Manufacturing process
**Skills you will learn**
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Logical Thinking
• Technical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Meeting Set Deadlines
• Analytical Skills
Course Details - Modules
Students must complete the following eight units: Engineering Design, Electronic Principles, Microprocessor Systems, Combinational and Sequential Logic, Data Communications and Networks, Quality and Business Improvement, Personal and Professional Development, Quality Assurance and Management. All units will be individually graded as ‘pass, ‘merit’ or ‘distinction’.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
H6G6
Institution code:
Y70
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
HNC in related subjects/units
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
0%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
6200.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6200.0
Year 1
Scotland
6200.0
Year 1
Wales
6200.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
Sim Balk Lane
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York
YO23 2BB
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