Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) HND
Leicester College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) HND and other courses in CAH25 at Leicester College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in CAH25.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £20903 | £17931 | £21753 |
25-75 percentile range | £17825 - £24915 | £12598 - £22386 | £15916 - £27274 |
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Course Description
Choose between two pathways of mechanical and electrical engineering with our specially designed two-year course. With access to industry-standard facilities and teaching by professional experts, you'll complete research projects in an area of your choice. Advance your knowledge and expand your employability with this course and open up your opportunities to complete an engineering degree. This qualification is well regarded throughout the industry and the academic world. Career opportunities include managerial and technical positions in mechanical or electrical engineering.
This is a two-year full-time programme in which an HNC is completed in year one and HND in year two. With a career in engineering as your chosen route, this level 4/5 course offers pathways in both mechanical and electrical/electronic engineering. The HNC/HND in engineering course is designed to enable students who may have come through a vocational route to progress into higher education, building on the knowledge gained at level 3.
Once you have achieved the HND (after two years of study) you will be able to apply to study for a further year to obtain a full degree at university.
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Standard entry is 32 UCAS points consisting of at least 1 full Level 3 qualification in a related subject. AS Levels are only counted towards your UCAS tariff in combination with a Full Level 3 qualification. We welcome applicants who do not match standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate ability to study this subject at university level and can evidence relevant experience.
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
A minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required for non-English speakers
Costs
Tuition Fees Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) HND
England UK | £6165 | year 1 |
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Scotland | £6165 | year 1 |
Wales | £6165 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £6165 | year 1 |
EU | £10700 | year 1 |
International | £10700 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
About Leicester College
Leicester College is an institution that dedicates itself to providing further education to their more than 26,000 student body, and has its main campus in Leicester, England. The college operates from four main campuses, which include Abbey Park Campus and Engineering Technology Centre, Freemen’s Park Campus, St. Margaret’s Campus, and City Skills Centre.
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Student composition of Leicester College
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Total number of students enrolled at Leicester College by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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- postgraduates:
- Total:
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Where is this programme taught
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