HND Mechanical Engineering (HNC)

Candidates are selected on the basis of their ability to cope with and benefit from the programme. Their suitability can be demonstrated either through previous educational achievement or through experience and aptitude. Admission by prior qualification will normally require a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points for entry to HND, with the majority of the points gained in engineering, mathematics or science subjects. Typically, points can be derived from: • One GCE A level or Vocational A level pass or equivalent • Two AS level passes • BTEC National Diploma/Certificate • Other qualifications such as Scottish Highers, Welsh Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificates, International Baccalaureate, with the required UCAS points • A pass in a recognised Access course • Equivalent Scottish or Irish qualifications Candidates should normally have a qualification at level 3 that has appropriate mathematical content. Admission by experience and aptitude will be based on the length and type of the candidate’s employment experience and his/her ability to demonstrate an aptitude and enthusiasm for the subject. As part of this process, candidates may be required to undertake aptitude tests and/or to provide personal and/or employment references. The mathematical and scientific content of this programme is extensive and, irrespective of the candidate’s ability, cannot be learned quickly enough to enter without prior knowledge in these areas. Candidates who can demonstrate the required level of ability but not the necessary prior knowledge may be offered places conditional on the successful completion of specified additional learning prior to admission. Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate English language competence equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or higher.