Candidates are selected on the basis of their ability to cope with
and benefit from the programme. Their suitability can be
demonstrated either through previous educational achievement or
through experience and aptitude.
Admission by prior qualification will normally require a minimum of
48 UCAS Tariff points for entry to HND, with the majority of the
points gained in engineering, mathematics or science
subjects. Typically, points can be derived from:
• One GCE A level or Vocational A level pass or equivalent
• Two AS level passes
• BTEC National Diploma/Certificate
• Other qualifications such as Scottish Highers, Welsh
Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificates, International
Baccalaureate, with the required UCAS points
• A pass in a recognised Access course
• Equivalent Scottish or Irish qualifications
Candidates should normally have a qualification at level 3 that has
appropriate mathematical content.
Admission by experience and aptitude will be based on the length
and type of the candidate’s employment experience and his/her
ability to demonstrate an aptitude and enthusiasm for the
subject. As part of this process, candidates may be required to
undertake aptitude tests and/or to provide personal and/or
employment references.
The mathematical and scientific content of this programme is
extensive and, irrespective of the candidate’s ability, cannot be
learned quickly enough to enter without prior knowledge in these
areas. Candidates who can demonstrate the required level of ability but not the necessary prior knowledge may be offered places
conditional on the successful completion of specified additional
learning prior to admission.
Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to
demonstrate English language competence equivalent to IELTS 5.5
or higher