HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Key Information
- Course Title: HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering For England
- Award: Higher National Diploma
- Level: 5
- Awarding Body: Pearson
- UCAS Code: 006H
- Start Dates: September, January, and April
- Study Mode: Full-time (2 years)
- Fees: £6,355
- Delivery: Weekdays, weekends or evenings
Course Overview
The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) is designed to develop you into a skilled, self-reflective professional who can meet the demands of employers across the electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering sectors, while adapting to an ever-evolving global industry.
This qualification aims to:
- Equip you with the technical skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to achieve high performance in the engineering profession and succeed in a range of roles.
- Provide a strong foundation for career progression within the engineering sector or for further study at degree or honours degree level, combining practical employability with academic achievement.
- Develop a broad base of core engineering principles and specialist expertise to prepare you for careers at Associate Engineer or Operational Engineer level.
- Enhance your ability to diagnose faults, solve complex problems, and improve processes in a professional and timely manner.
- Instil an understanding of the ethical, sustainable, and economic responsibilities of engineers, and the importance of integrity and adaptability in a world-class industry.
- Support your progression towards professional registration
Teaching
Our teaching approach is interactive, engaging, and practical, combining academic theory with hands-on application.
You will participate in on-campus and live online lectures, tutorials, and academic support sessions, while also accessing extensive online learning resources such as recorded lectures, presentations, and study materials. In addition, you’ll benefit from full access to our on-campus and digital libraries.
Independent study is a vital part of the course, involving research, critical reading, report writing, project work, and presentations to deepen your understanding and technical ability.
Assessment
Assessment is primarily through practical coursework designed to reflect real-world engineering scenarios.
You will complete a variety of individual and group assignments, such as:
- Technical reports and essays
- Research and consultancy projects
- Group projects and presentations
- Design and development of digital materials.
This hands-on approach ensures you graduate with the professional competence, problem-solving ability, and confidence to succeed in a competitive engineering environment.
Modules
Year 1
- Automatic, Robotics and PLC
- Electrical and Electronic Principles
- Electrical Machines
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Mathematics
- Managing a professional Engineering Project
- Production Engineering for Manufacture
- Quality and Process Improvement
Year 2
- Embedded Systems
- Further Electrical, Electronic and Digital Principles
- Further Electrical Machines and Drives
- Further Mathematics
- Further Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage
- Professional Engineering Management
- Utilisation of Electrical Power
Careers
The BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is a prestigious and internationally recognised qualification that provides a direct route into employment within the engineering industry. It equips you with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional understanding needed to succeed in today’s fast-evolving engineering sector.
This qualification has been developed in consultation with the Engineering Council UK (ECUK) and the Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance (SEMTA) to ensure it meets current industry standards and professional expectations. Graduates with relevant work experience may also be eligible for Technician Membership (EngTech) of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
The course prepares you for a wide range of careers in electrical and electronic engineering, including roles in design, communications, manufacturing, maintenance, and technical services.
You can also choose to progress to a BSc (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Direct Entry) degree, further enhancing your qualifications and career prospects
Entry and Visa Requirements
Entry Requirements
You should hold at least one of the following:
- BTEC Level 3 qualification
- GCE A-Level(s) with strong results in a relevant subject
- Access to Higher Education Diploma from a recognised institution
- Foundation Diploma
- UK or International equivalent of any of the above.
Additional Requirements
You should also hold at least one of the following:
- Five GCSEs at grade C / 4 or above, including Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
- Functional Skills Level 2 (Maths and English)
- IELTS 5.5 or CEFR B2 (or equivalent).
If you do not hold any of the above, you will be required to successfully complete an English and/or Maths test at The London College.
If You Don’t Meet the Entry Requirements
You may still be considered for entry if you can demonstrate strong communication and learning skills, relevant knowledge, work experience, and motivation to succeed — typically supported by around three years of UK work experience.
If you do not hold GCSE Maths and English (or an equivalent qualification), you will be required to complete an English and/or Maths test at The London College as part of the entry process.
Immigration / Visa Requirements
You must hold one of the following:
- UK or Irish citizenship
- EU Settled or Pre-Settled Status
- Non-EU passport with ILR, LLR, or DLR
- Valid work visa (additional residency and immigration requirements apply)
- Refugee status, or be the child or spouse of someone with refugee status
- Humanitarian Protection.
Other exceptional circumstances may apply. Please contact us for further details.
Next Steps
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