HND Engineering
Regent College London
HND Engineering at Regent College London in London. Engineering combines mathematics, science and creativity to solve practical problems, from energy and transport to healthcare technology.
- Duration
- 2 years full-time
- Where
- London
- Award
- Pearson BTEC HND (Level 5)
Course overview
Engineering combines mathematics, science and creativity to solve practical problems, from energy and transport to healthcare technology. You will learn through lab work, design projects and computer-aided engineering tools.
Higher National qualifications are practical, career-focused awards assessed through assignments rather than exams. An HND is equivalent to the first two years of a degree, and many graduates go on to a one-year top-up for a full honours degree.
Who this course is for
For practical thinkers who are comfortable with maths and enjoy understanding how things work.
Where you will study
Regent College London
A career-focused higher education provider with several campuses across London, teaching university-awarded degrees and HNDs.
Study mode: Full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week
Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.
What you will study
Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:
- Materials
- Computer-Aided Design
- Electrical Principles
- Mechanics
- Control Systems
- Engineering Design
- Professional Engineering Practice
- Individual Engineering Project
Entry requirements for UK students
- Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
- No formal qualifications are needed for most applicants aged 21 or over. You simply have a friendly interview and complete a short written task.
- Work and life experience count, whatever your background and however long you have been out of education.
- You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
- Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.
Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.
Where it can lead
- Engineering technician
- Design engineer
- Maintenance engineer
- Project engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Electrical engineer
Fees and funding
Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.
Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.
How to apply
Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.
Questions about this course
When does HND Engineering at Regent College London start?
Start dates: Several intakes a year, commonly January, May or June, and September. We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.
How long does the course take?
The course takes 2 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week.
Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?
Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.
Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?
No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.
Ready to take the first step?
Tell us a little about yourself and an adviser will call you back within one working day. No cost, no obligation.