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Associate of Higher National in Mechanical Engineering
- Lincoln, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
One-year Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification following the HNC in mechanical engineering.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key principles of Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Apply relevant analytical and practical techniques
- assess evidence
- and communicate project or study findings.
Career outcomes
- Advanced roles in mechanical engineering and regional industry
- degree top-up at another institution
Curriculum
- One-year full-time Pearson HND. Modules include Professional Engineering Management
- Further Mathematics
- Advanced Mechanical Principles
- Virtual Engineering
- Further Thermodynamics
- Manufacturing Systems Engineering
- Lean Manufacturing and Thermofluids.
Entry requirements
Academic
- HNC in a relevant engineering pathway plus GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or above
- subject-specific requirements on the website (course guide 2027)
Accepted academic background
HNC in a related subject (HND); A Level, BTEC or equivalent with 64 UCAS points (FdSc)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each band)
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Complete the institution application or the authorized admissions process for the selected course. Prepare the academic records and course-specific supporting documents requested by admissions. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £10,265 GBP |
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| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Lincoln |
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| Faculty or school | Engineering |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
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Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £10,265 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £14,436 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each band), IELTS Academic 6.

