HND Applied Mechanical Engineering at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

From advanced manufacturing and automotive to aerospace and energy, mechanical engineers are in high demand across the UK. Our Higher National Diploma (HND) in Applied Mechanical Engineering will give you the technical expertise and practical experience needed to succeed in this growing industry.

Department: Department of Engineering and Built Environment | Duration: 2 years FT, 3 years PT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September, February | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Applied Engineering Mathematics, Digital Design and CAD for Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Principles, Engineering Science and Principles, Fundamentals of Engineering Practice, Material and Manufacture; Year 2 core modules: Control Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Manufacturing Processes and Prototyping, Mechanical Design and Analysis, Sustainable Engineering and Renewable Energy, Thermo-Fluids and Energy Systems.

Career pathways

Career routes include design engineer, manufacturing engineer, project engineer, maintenance engineer, mechanical engineering technician and automotive engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: DD (Engineering, Physics or Mathematics are desirable, but not mandatory). BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PPP for a National Extended Diploma, MP for a National Diploma, or D for a National Extended Certificate. Equivalent combinations of BTEC Level 3 qualifications achieving the required standard will also be considered. Apprenticeship : Successful completion of an Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3). Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: A recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma, achieving a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points or equivalent. GCSEs: You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2. Work-based: We also give equal consideration to applicants who are currently in work and wish to apply to University College Birmingham. To apply, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, demonstrating management or supervisory duties.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,895 per year Source

Intake: September, February

Duration: 2 years FT, 3 years PT

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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