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Entry Requirements
To apply for an HND (Business, Computing, or related), students typically need:
Intermediate / A-Levels or equivalent
Pearson Qualification Overview
The HND is a UK-based vocational qualification awarded by Pearson (Edexcel). It is equivalent to the first two years of a UK bachelor’s degree and is accepted globally.
Direct Entry Options
Students with prior qualifications or diplomas may gain entry directly into the second year (Level 5) of the HND.
Credit Transfers & Top-Up Degrees
After completing HND, students can progress to the last year of UK Univrsity Degree Ato complete their final year (Top-Up) and earn a full Bachelor’s degree.
HND Course Structure
Duration: 2 Years (Level 4 + Level 5)
Fields: Business, Computing, Hospitality, Engineering, etc.
8 units in Year 1 (Level 4) and 7 units in Year 2 (Level 5)
Core & Specialist Units
Level 4 Core Units: Business & Business Environment, Marketing, HRM, Management & Leadership
Level 5 Specialization: Entrepreneurship, Operations, Data Analysis, Web Development, Cybersecurity, etc.
Assessment Methods
100% Coursework-based (No formal exams)
Projects, presentations, research, and case studies
Grading & Progression
Pass / Merit / Distinction grading
Completion of all units required to progress or transfer to a Top-Up degree
Tuition Fee Breakdown (Approximate in PKR)
Year 1: PKR 250,000 – 300,000
Year 2: PKR 250,000 – 300,000
(Varies by institution and program specialization)
Pearson Registration
Pearson UK Registration: ~PKR 25,000 (one-time)
Learning Material & Resource Fee may apply
Top-Up University Costs
UK Top-Up Degree: £9,000 – £12,000/year
Scholarships and installment options available at some universities
Pathway to Bachelor’s Degree
Upon completing HND, students can pursue a Top-Up Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BSc Hons) in the UK, Canada, Malaysia, UAE, or online.
Global Recognition
HND is recognized by employers and universities in over 100 countries, providing strong employability in both technical and business fields.
Job Market Relevance
HNDs are career-oriented, providing practical knowledge aligned with global industry standards in IT, Business, Engineering, and Creative Media.
HND to UK/International Universities
Popular progression universities include:
University of Derby (UK)
London Metropolitan University
University of Sunderland
Asia Pacific University (Malaysia)
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