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Manufacturing Engineering for England

  • HND
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Mansfield
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2026-2027
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Course summary

The HND Manufacturing Engineering course at NTU in Mansfield is tailored for those aiming to expand their expertise in manufacturing and engineering. Combining theoretical study with practical experience, you’ll gain essential skills in areas such as advanced manufacturing processes, automation, and engineering design. This course is designed to prepare you for leadership roles in the engineering industry.

Flexible full-time and part-time study options make it ideal for those already working in the field or seeking to balance study with other commitments. You’ll benefit from hands-on learning in industry-standard facilities, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world challenges.

Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to pursue diverse roles in manufacturing engineering or continue your academic journey with a full engineering degree.

Why study HND Manufacturing Engineering for England at NTU Mansfield?

  • ** You'll have access to a state-of-the-art Engineering Lab, equipped with the tools and technology you need to prepare for a career in Engineering.**

  • ** The course is delivered both full-time and part-time - enabling you to fit learning around your work and other commitments.**

  • ** This course prepares you to progress to a range of roles in the engineering industry and the opportunity to continue your studies on a university degree course.**

  • ** Our small classes provide a friendly, flexible, more personalised learning experience.**

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.

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Modules

You'll study the underpinning engineering theory and get to apply it through practical sessions in our engineering facilities. To develop your engineering skills you'll be applying your skills to real-world situations and problems, making you think and work like a professional engineer. Modules include Professional Engineering Management (15 Credit Points), Further Engineering Maths (15 Credit Points), Advanced Manufacturing (15 Credit Points), Manufacturing Systems Engineering (15 Credit Points), Lean Manufacturing (15 Credit Points), Industrial Systems (15 Credit Points), Distributed Control Systems (15 Credit Points) and Sustainability (15 Credit Points).

Assessment method

The course is predominantly coursework-based with some practical assessments and class tests.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Mansfield

Study options

  • HND • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
H701
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
Mansfield
Campus Code:
9
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
H701
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
Mansfield
Campus Code:
9

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted

Scottish Higher - Not accepted

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English grade C/4 GCSE Maths grade C/4

HNC (BTEC)

Higher National Certificate in General Engineering or equivalent

We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations including relevant level 4 qualifications and relevant work experience. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
EU£17950Year 1
International£17950Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

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