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Level 5
Full-Time
EG2202G26F (2026/2028)
14/09/2026
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09/06/2028
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Nelson and Colne College - Nelson and Colne College, Scotland Road, Nelson, BB9 7YT
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The HND Modern Manufacturing Engineering develops the analytical, technical and professional capabilities required to understand, evaluate and improve modern manufacturing systems.

The programme combines a broad Level 4 engineering foundation with specialist Level 5 study in lean and advanced manufacturing, computer-aided manufacture, robotics, mathematical simulation, research and sustainable professional practice.

You will consider how manufacturing organisations use technology, data, automation, quality systems and continuous-improvement methods to improve safety, productivity, cost, sustainability and operational performance.
You will develop your ability to:

• analyse complex manufacturing problems using engineering mathematics, data and simulation
• evaluate production systems, manufacturing technologies and process performance
• apply lean methods, quality assurance and continuous-improvement techniques
• use CAD/CAM and digital manufacturing tools to support product and process development
• understand the role of robotics, automation and Industry 4.0 technologies in modern production
• plan and carry out an independent engineering research project
• evaluate engineering decisions in relation to cost, risk, safety, quality, ethics and sustainability
• communicate and justify technical recommendations to specialist and non-specialist audiences

The approved modules are:

Level 4 modules
• Introduction to Engineering Mathematics and Simulation
• Engineering Science and Data Analysis
• Project Design & Build
• Production Engineering
• Quality & Process Improvement
• Introduction to 3D Computer Aided Design and Manufacture

Level 5 modules
• Research Project
• Professional Engineering with Sustainability
• Further Mathematics and Simulation
• Lean & Advanced Manufacturing Systems
• Introduction to Robotics
• Computer Aided Manufacture
The complete HND is delivered full-time over two years through face-to-face teaching. Students enrol directly onto the full HND programme and study both Level 4 and Level 5 modules as part of a single integrated qualification.
Delivery takes place at Accrington or Nelson Campus, depending on the confirmed course offering, and includes lectures, workshops, practical activity, tutorials, project supervision and guided independent study.
For entry at Level 4 of the HND, applicants should normally have a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points, with the majority gained from engineering, mathematics or science-related subjects.

Typical qualifications may include one GCE A Level or Vocational A Level pass, two AS Level passes, a BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in a relevant subject, a recognised Access to Higher Education qualification, Scottish Highers, the Welsh Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate, International Baccalaureate, or another equivalent Level 3 qualification.

Applicants should normally hold a Level 3 qualification containing appropriate mathematical content.

Relevant industrial experience, professional practice or prior learning may also be considered through Liverpool John Moores University Recognition of Prior Learning procedures.

Applicants may be asked to provide evidence of previous study or experience, attend an interview, complete an aptitude assessment or provide references so that readiness for higher education engineering study can be assessed.
Assessment may include technical reports, practical and applied tasks, portfolios, CAD/CAM work, simulation activity, presentations, project work, tests and examinations. The Level 5 Research Project requires you to plan, investigate, evaluate and communicate an engineering study. Formative activities and tutor feedback support development before summative assessment.
Students who complete the approved Level 4 requirements but do not complete the full HND may be eligible for the corresponding HNC, subject to the academic regulations.

Some modules include practical or competency-based requirements. Where these apply, the required competence must be demonstrated before the associated credit can be awarded.

Graduates may apply for relevant Level 6 engineering study, including BEng (Hons) Engineering top-up provision where a suitable pathway is available, subject to the receiving course entry requirements and continued availability.

Completion of this programme does not automatically confer professional registration or licensed status.

Professional bodies may apply additional education, experience and competence requirements.

Any confirmed additional costs, including course-specific personal protective equipment or materials where applicable, will be explained before enrolment.

Learn more about this course in the LJMU course catalogue: link to be confirmed in September 2026.

This programme is validated by Liverpool John Moores University.

Upon completion of the programme, one certificate will be issued by LJMU.

Upon completion of the programme, a graduation ceremony will be arranged by East Lancashire UC.

The course fees are payable to East Lancashire Learning Group.
The HND can support entry to, or progression within, modern manufacturing engineering and related engineering areas. Depending on your experience and individual employer requirements, relevant roles may include:
• junior or associate manufacturing engineer
• production or process engineer
• quality or continuous-improvement engineer
• CAD/CAM or manufacturing systems engineer
• automation or robotics support engineer
• manufacturing project or operations support role

Completion does not guarantee entry to a particular role. Employers, universities and professional bodies may require additional experience, training, certification or evidence of occupational competence.
Depending on the confirmed campus and modules being studied, facilities may include specialist manufacturing workshops, CAD/CAM and simulation software, CNC equipment, additive-manufacturing and rapid-prototyping technologies, robotics and automation equipment, materials-testing facilities and quality-measurement tools.

You will also have access to Moodle, Microsoft Teams, library resources, higher education study spaces and academic, careers, wellbeing and student-support services. The facilities assigned to your course offering will be confirmed before enrolment.
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