Program Overview

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MSc Renewable Energy Engineering

The MSc Renewable Energy Engineering course is an interdisciplinary program across the Schools of Engineering, Business, and Computing. It provides graduates with practical experience, incorporating practical activities, site visits, case study learning, and industry guest speakers' lectures.

Course Overview

The course will be delivered in both on-campus full-time and online learning part-time modes. The on-campus full-time mode involves completing eight study modules, including group work, followed by an individual project over 12 calendar months. The online learning part-time mode will be via the virtual learning environment CampusMoodle, with students taking two 15-credit modules per semester for four semesters, followed by a 60-credit MSc project in semesters five and six over 28 months.

Term 1

In Term 1, students will study the following modules:

• Renewable Energy Management
• Renewable Energy Technologies
• Advanced Computational Methods in Renewable Energy Innovation and Sustainability

Term 2

In Term 2, students will study the following modules:

• Data Visualisation and Analysis
• Sustainable Enterprise Development
• Two modules based on specialization:
  • For Design and Innovation specialization: Advanced Power System for Renewables Integration, and Renewable Energy Systems Design
  • For Operations and Maintenance specialization: Inspection and Maintenance, and Reliability and Life Cycle Engineering

Term 3

Term 3 is the final term, where students will focus on the Individual Project Report in Design and Innovation or Operations and Maintenance.

Learning Methods

The course includes lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and independent study. Each module involves around 35 hours of lectures and tutorials and 115 hours of private study. Modules may be supplemented by industrial visits and industry speakers where practical and appropriate.

Activity Summary

• Lectures: 40 students per group, 16 hours per week
• Tutorial: 15 students per group, 8 hours per week
• Practical class or workshop: 4 students per group, 2 hours per week
• Independent Study: 10 hours per week

Assessment

Assessment methods include:

• 2 written exams
• 2 written assignments including essays
• 3 reports
• 1 dissertation
• 1 portfolio
• 1 set exercise
• 1 project output
• 2 practical skills assessments

Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia, and other specific learning differences.

Online Learning & Support

All students benefit from using the collaborative virtual learning environment, Moodle, which provides 24/7 online access to learning material and resources.

Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support in academic writing, study skills, maths and statistics, and information technology support.

Library Support

The Library offers support for the course, including books, eBooks, and journals, as well as online reading lists, workshops, and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing.

Job Prospects

Graduates can pursue careers as:

• Renewable energy project manager
• Renewable design engineer
• Renewable research analyst
• Renewable project engineer
• Renewable equipment manufacturers
• Engineering and consulting companies' specialist in any renewable energy projects

Entry Requirements

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honors degree or its equivalent in Engineering or a relevant Science discipline. Applicants with a relevant non-Engineering background or a lower degree classification may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

Fees & Funding

• Scottish Students (Full-time, On-campus): ｣6,100 (2023), ｣5,890 (2024)
• Scottish Students (Part-time, Online): ｣4,672 (2023), ｣4,980 (2024)
• Rest of UK Students (Full-time, On-campus): ｣7,080 (2023), ｣6,840 (2024)
• Rest of UK Students (Part-time, Online): ｣4,672 (2023), ｣4,980 (2024)
• International Students (Full-time, On-campus): ｣20,210 (2023), ｣19,530 (2024)
• International Students (Part-time, Online): ｣4,672 (2023), ｣4,980 (2024)

Additional Costs

Some other costs are not included in the course fees, such as the cost of books, accommodation, and living costs.

Alumni Discount

Robert Gordon University offers a 20% discount on course fees for all alumni who have graduated from RGU.

Scholarships and Financial Awards

Students may qualify for a scholarship or financial award. The university also offers funding and scholarship search options.