Engineering
HND Fabrication and Welding
- Length: 2 years
- UCAS code: 093H HND/FW
- Typical offer: 60-100 tariff points
- sse-admissions@tees.ac.uk
- T: 01642 342499
- Part-time study not available
This is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Hartlepool College of Further Education. The course runs at Hartlepool College (campus code 5).
This vocational course covers all of the main areas of fabrication and welding practices along with essential aspects of fusion welding metallurgy. We take a practical, hands-on approach where possible, making sure you develop the relevant skills.
How you learn
You will have a range of lectures, small-group tutorials and hands-on practical sessions. Part of your course will also involve a substantial research-based project.
How you are assessed
Your course will involve a range of types of assessment including coursework assignments and examinations.
Career opportunities
There are many, varied opportunities with consulting engineers, local authorities, civil engineering contractors and designers. Alternatively, on completion, you may be eligible to progress to the second year of the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering.
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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Modules
Year 1 core modules
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Business Management Techniques
- Communication and Learning Skills
- Engineering Science
- Fabrication Technology
- Materials Engineering
- Quality Assurance and Management A
- Welding Technology
Year 2 core modules
- Advanced Fusion Welding Metallurgy
- Fusion Welding Metallurgy
- Non-destructive Testing
- Offshore Engineering
- Production and Integrity of Welded Fabrications
- Project
- Quality Assurance and Management B
- Welding of Non-ferrous Metals and Advanced Joining Processes
Modules offered may vary.


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