Engineering

HND Chemical Engineering

  • Length: 2 years
  • UCAS code: 008H HND/CE
  • Typical offer: 60-100 tariff points
 

This vocational course is an ideal preparation if you are aiming for a senior technical or supervisory position in the chemical and biochemical process industries. It is designed to help you develop the skills, knowledge and personal qualities which will make you highly employable in this exciting field. We make every effort to ensure that the course meets the demands of the workplace. You'll have access to our impressive facilities and equipment which include specialist pilot plant facilities for chemical engineering.

How you learn

You will attend formal lectures and tutorial sessions as well as carry out laboratory and workshop practical sessions. You will also receive guidance throughout the programme.

How you are assessed

You are required to complete three pieces of in-course assessment in each module which can be in the form of written assignments, laboratory reports or time-constrained assessments. In addition, vocation-specific modules carry an end-of-unit examination.

Career opportunities

This course has been designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge which will enable you to gain employment within the process industry and related industries in the area of management. If you complete the HND successfully, you may progress to the second year of the BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering or another appropriate degree such as the Foundation Degree in Chemical Technology.

Entry requirements

Level 3 qualifications must include one A level in a mathematical or science subject. BTEC National Certificate/Diploma qualifications should be in engineering or construction and the built environment or another approved subject. Other alternative qualifications should be in an appropriate subject.

You will normally be invited for an interview to see our excellent facilities and to meet the staff and students.

For additional information please see the standard University entry requirements.

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