BEng (Hons) Renewable and Sustainable Engineering
Course Overview
This renewable and sustainable engineering degree equips students with the expertise to tackle global challenges like climate change, pollution, and the demand for affordable energy. Developed by research-active staff, the program combines theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications through numerous case studies and field visits. Graduates are prepared for impactful careers across diverse sectors including renewable energy, sustainable technology, and electrical and mechanical engineering.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience in excellent facilities, including thermo-fluid dynamics labs with operational Pelton wheels, a subsonic wind tunnel, and industry-standard CAD and electronics laboratories.
- Benefit from small class sizes that ensure strong tutorial support and personalized guidance during laboratory experiments.
- Participate in insightful industrial visits to renewable energy sites like wind farms, hydroelectric plants (e.g., Electric Mountain), and the Centre for Alternative Technology.
- Master industry-standard software packages including MATLAB, Simulink, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Altium Designer.
- Receive dedicated mathematics support to build a strong foundational understanding for advanced engineering concepts.
Course Overview
This renewable and sustainable engineering degree equips students with the expertise to tackle global challenges like climate change, pollution, and the demand for affordable energy. Developed by research-active staff, the program combines theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications through numerous case studies and field visits. Graduates are prepared for impactful careers across diverse sectors including renewable energy, sustainable technology, and electrical and mechanical engineering.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience in excellent facilities, including thermo-fluid dynamics labs with operational Pelton wheels, a subsonic wind tunnel, and industry-standard CAD and electronics laboratories.
- Benefit from small class sizes that ensure strong tutorial support and personalized guidance during laboratory experiments.
- Participate in insightful industrial visits to renewable energy sites like wind farms, hydroelectric plants (e.g., Electric Mountain), and the Centre for Alternative Technology.
- Master industry-standard software packages including MATLAB, Simulink, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Altium Designer.
- Receive dedicated mathematics support to build a strong foundational understanding for advanced engineering concepts.
