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Manufacturing Engineering for England (Top-up)

Course details
  • HND
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology
Awarded by:
Pearson Education Ltd

Course summary

HND Manufacturing Engineering for England (HTQ)

Course Overview:
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Manufacturing Engineering for England (HTQ) is a Level 5 qualification designed for students who have successfully completed a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering. This course provides a deeper understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering principles, and industry-standard technologies, equipping students with the advanced skills required for careers in the manufacturing and engineering sectors.

Who is this Course for?
This course is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in manufacturing engineering, including those seeking higher-level technical roles or preparing for further study, such as a top-up degree. It is suited for students who have already achieved an HNC in Engineering and want to progress to the next academic level.

What You Will Learn:

  • Advanced manufacturing techniques and processes

  • Engineering design and analysis

  • Quality control and management

  • Automation and robotics in manufacturing

  • Lean manufacturing principles

  • Project management in an engineering context

  • Professional development and industry applications

Career Progression:
Graduates of this HND course can pursue roles such as Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Production Manager, Quality Engineer, or continue their studies with a top-up degree to achieve a full Bachelor’s qualification in Engineering or related disciplines.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Gain a nationally recognised Level 5 qualification

  • Enhance your technical knowledge and practical skills

  • Learn from industry-experienced tutors

  • Develop career-ready expertise in advanced manufacturing engineering

  • Pathway to further study or employment in the engineering sector

How to apply

Apply by
29 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:
ME25
Institution code:
N34
Campus name:
Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology
Campus Code:
I

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

You must have achieved a HNC with 120 credits to be eligible to study this 1-year top up course.

Additional entry requirements

Interview

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6No less than 5.5 in reading and writing

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£7250Whole course
Northern Ireland£7250Whole course
Scotland£7250Whole course
Wales£7250Whole course

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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