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Engineering - HND Engineering (General) (HTQ)
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DH
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Course Summary
To access this course, you must have completed a HNC in a similar Engineering discipline.
This diploma is tailored for individuals who have a strong interest in Engineering and a desire to succeed in this dynamic field. Whether you're a recent HNC graduate or a professional looking to enhance your skills, this course is designed to accommodate your needs. If you enjoy problem-solving, have a creative streak, or simply want to enhance your career progression prospects, this diploma provides the perfect platform to deepen your understanding of engineering principles and techniques.
Course Details
The course comprises of core compulsory units of Maths and Science, which are designed to give you a broad overview of the subject area. You will study mechanical and electrical specialist units too, such as Mechanical Principles, Mechatronics, Engineering Design, Digital Principles, and project-based work.
Through the course you will also gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the engineering sector whilst developing research, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities which are essential employability skills for work within this field.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You will be assessed by a selection of practical skills-based tests, assignments and workplace projects.
Entry requirements
48 UCAS tariff points from either: A Levels (including Maths/Science or a related subject), a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a relevant subject, a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in a relevant subject OR an EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technologies
AND
Two satisfactory references
AND
GCSEs at Grade 9-4 in English and Maths
Applications from mature students with relevant professional/life experience in an engineering environment are welcome. You might be required to provide further evidence to decide on your suitability for the course and an admissions test may be used in certain circumstances.
Your next steps...
A degree top-up course including BEng (Hons) in General Engineering.
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