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
- 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

Modules
Core Mandatory Units: Unit 5002: Professional Engineering Management (Pearson-set unit) – 15 Credits Unit 5006: Further Mathematics – 15 Credits Specialist Mandatory Units: Unit 5008: Distributed Control Systems – 15 Credits Unit 5012: Industrial Systems – 15 Credits Unit 5015: Manufacturing Systems Engineering – 15 Credits Unit 5016: Lean Manufacturing – 15 Credits Unit 5017: Advanced Manufacturing Technology – 15 Credits Unit 5018: Sustainability – 15 Credits
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.
How to apply
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
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | No less than 5.5 in reading and writing |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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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
Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology
North Star Avenue
Swindon
SN2 1DY