HND in Automotive Engineering

This HND in Automotive Engineering at Tamale Technical University trains you in the science and practice of keeping vehicles running. The programme blends classroom theory with hands-on work, giving you skills that are in demand across Ghana and beyond. It is a less competitive engineering option, making it a realistic choice for many SHS leavers.

What you will learn on an automotive engineering programme

HND programmes in automotive engineering typically combine classroom theory with workshop practice. You will study how internal combustion engines, electric drivetrains, steering, braking, and suspension systems work, and learn to diagnose faults using modern diagnostic tools. The practical side of the programme builds skills in servicing, repair, and quality control, which are the same competencies employers look for in vehicle workshops and manufacturing plants.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this HND is less competitive than many engineering programmes at technical universities. If you have completed SHS with a background in General Science or Technical Studies, your qualifications will be considered. Because competition is not as intense, you have a solid chance of gaining admission as long as you meet the published subject requirements for the programme. Check your WASSCE grades against the specific requirements listed on the university's admission page.

Where automotive engineering graduates work

Most graduates from HND automotive engineering programmes start as technicians in servicing or repair shops. Others move into vehicle inspection, fleet management, or sales of spare parts for companies like Toyota, Nissan, and local dealerships. The growing use of electric and hybrid vehicles also opens work in battery diagnostics and electrical systems, which you can move into with short courses after your HND.