Engineering for England (HTQ) HNC

<strong>Course Information</strong><br/>Take your first steps towards a career in modern engineering with the Pearson Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering for England. This Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) is designed in collaboration with industry employers and aligned with professional standards, ensuring you graduate with the skills and knowledge demanded by today’s engineering sector. In Year One, you’ll build a strong foundation in engineering principles, maths, and design, alongside specialist units in mechatronics, mechanical principles, and production engineering. Year Two develops advanced technical and management skills, including embedded systems, analogue electronics, and control systems engineering.<br/><br/>Delivered in our state-of-the-art STEM building, this course combines theoretical learning with hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment such as CNC machines, lathes, and milling tools. You’ll also benefit from small class sizes, expert teaching, and strong links with employers through projects and Sussex STEMfest.<br/><br/>**Modules<br/>Year One**<br/>• Engineering Design<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Engineering Maths<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Managing a Professional Engineering Project (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Mechatronics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Mechanical Principles<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Production Engineering for Manufacture<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Quality and Process Improvement<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Digital Principles<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Year Two</strong><br/>• Professional Engineering Management (Pearson-set)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Further Mathematics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Commercial Programming Software<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Distributed Control Systems<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Further Electrical Machines and Drives<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Embedded Systems<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Analogue Electronic Systems<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Further Control Systems Engineering<br/><br/><br/><br/>Key Features<br/>• Approved Higher Technical Qualification aligned with industry standards.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Part of the Institute of Technology (IoT) initiative — delivered in a multi-million-pound STEM facility with advanced workshops and equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Small group sizes for personalised support and high success rates.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities to showcase projects at Sussex STEMfest to employers and universities.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Progression routes to top-up degrees or professional status.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Celebrate your achievement at a graduation ceremony in Chichester Cathedral.<br/><br/>