Course summary
Course Overview The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical and Electronic 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 develops advanced knowledge and practical skills in electrical and electronic systems, preparing students for technical and professional roles across the engineering sector. Who is this Course for? This course is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in electrical and electronic engineering. It is suited for those who have already completed an HNC in Engineering and are aiming to progress academically or professionally—whether into higher-level technical roles or onto a top-up degree. What You Will Learn
- Professional Engineering Management, including leadership, project planning, and business decision-making in engineering contexts
- Advanced mathematics and its applications in engineering problem-solving
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and their use in automation and control systems
- Electrical machines and drive systems for industrial applications
- Industrial power electronics and energy storage technologies
- Embedded systems and microcontroller-based applications
- Digital and analog principles in complex electrical and electronic circuits
- Power utilisation and efficiency in electrical systems
- 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 electrical & electronic engineering
- Pathway to further study or employment in the engineering sector

Modules
Unit 5002 Professional Engineering Management Unit 5006 Further Mathematics Unit 5009 Further Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) Unit 5010 Further Electrical Machines and Drives Unit 5011 Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage Unit 5013 Embedded systems Unit 5019 Further Electrical, Electronic and Digital Principles Unit 5020 Utilisation of Electrical Power
Assessment method
For internally assessed units, assessment takes the form of an assignment carried out after the unit (or part of the unit if several assignments are used) has been delivered. An assignment may take a variety of forms, including practical and written. It is a distinct activity completed independently by students (alone or in a team). It is separate from teaching, practice, exploration, and other activities that students complete with direction from tutors.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
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:
- NC25
- Institution code:
- N34
- Campus name:
- North Star Campus
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We require evidence of international qualifications at point of application. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to consider applicants that require a Student Visa to study in the UK.
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
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7250 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £7250 | Whole course |
Scotland | £7250 | Whole course |
Wales | £7250 | Whole 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
Provider information
New College Swindon University Centre
New College Drive
Swindon
SN3 1AH