About the course

An HND Engineering for England is a Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma qualification, equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor's degree, providing a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills to prepare you for engineering careers or further study in engineering in England.

Key Aspects of an HND Engineering for England:

Qualification Level:

It's a Level 5 qualification, which is a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) and sits above the Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC). 

Curriculum:

Courses combine theoretical knowledge and practical skills through lectures, workshops, practical demonstrations, guest speakers, and project-based work. 

Specialisations:

You can specialise in areas such as manufacturing, mechanical, or electrical and electronic engineering, allowing you to focus on a particular sector. 

Start Date/s

14/09/2026

Entry Requirements

HNC in Engineering or relevant Level 4 qualification

BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering  

A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject.

This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at A* to C (or equivalent) and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as Mathematics and English

Other related Level 3 qualifications 

An Access to Higher Education Diploma from an approved further education institution 

Relevant work experience, or an international equivalent to the above qualifications.

Modules

Assessment

Assessed through a variety of methods including- Assignments, report writing, group and individual presentations, and exams.

Careers & Progression

Career & Further Study Pathways:

• Employment: It equips you for various technician roles in the engineering sector. 

• Higher Education: Successful completion can provide advanced standing to progress onto degree-level studies, such as a relevant Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Honours degree. 

Additional Details

Information About Fees

Full time Fees (1 Year) - £7250

Part time Fees (2 Years)  - £3625 per year