Program Overview

BEng/BEng (Hons) Energy & Environmental Engineering

Overview

Gain the skills required to solve the environmental challenges in society and the wider industry. You’ll graduate equipped for a career as a professional engineer in the renewable, built environment and traditional energy industries.

Mode of Study:

Full-time

Duration:

4 years

Start date:

September

UCAS code:

HJ69

Placement:

Yes

Course details

The course focuses on learning engineering principles and practices, as well as computing skills and principles of design, relating to a wide range of energy systems.

You'll also learn methods of applying energy-efficiency in design, engineering practices and create more environmentally-friendly forms of industrial design and manufacture.

Year 1

• Foundation mathematics
• Engineering skills
• Electrical & electronic principles
• Mechanical principles
• Mathematical methods I
• Engineering practice

Year 2

• Mathematical methods II
• Mechanics
• Engineering Design 1
• Materials and manufacture 1
• Control measurement and instrumentation
• Thermofluids

Year 3

• Materials and manufacture 2
• Energy systems Design
• Management for Engineers
• Renewable Energy and Sustainability
• Professional Engineering
• Engineering Design 2 / Individual Project

Year 4

• Advanced Energy Systems
• Building Services Engineering A
• Honours project
• Building Services Engineering B
• Advanced thermodynamic systems

Accreditation

Accredited for Partial Chartered Engineer.

Entry requirements

Standard Entry Requirement:

• SQA Higher: BBBB including Maths (Higher Applications of Maths not accepted) and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• A level: BCC including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• Irish Leaving Certificate: H2, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• BTEC National Extended Diploma (Level 3): MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject
• BTEC National Diploma (Level 3) plus A Level: MM (Merit, Merit) in a related subject plus A Level grade C
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject* at minimum grade 5

Minimum Entry Requirement:

• SQA Higher: BCCC including Maths (Higher Applications of Maths not accepted) and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• A level: CCC including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• Irish Leaving Certificate: H3, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• BTEC National Extended Diploma (Level 3): MMP (Merit, Merit, Pass) in a related subject
• BTEC National Diploma (Level 3) plus A Level: MP (Merit, Pass) in a related subject plus A Level grade C
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Award of Diploma with 24 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 5, 4, 4 including a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject* at minimum grade 4

Advanced Entry:

• Year 2: SQA Advanced Higher: BBC including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• Year 2: A level: BBB including Maths and a Science (excluding Biology) or Technical Subject*
• Year 2: HNC: Pass HNC in Engineering Systems with Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Systems or HND General Engineering with grade B in the Graded Unit
• Year 3: HND: Pass HND in Engineering Systems or Mechanical Engineering with grade B in all SCQF Level 8 Graded Units

English language:

• If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply

Fees & funding

Tuition fees for 2024/25

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,250
• Overseas and EU: £19,340

Tuition fees for 2025/26

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,535
• Overseas and EU: £20,310

Careers

What can I do with a degree in Energy & Environmental Engineering?

• Sustainable Energy Engineer: Innovate and contribute to the design and implementation of renewable energy solutions that power a greener tomorrow
• Environmental Impact Analyst: Scrutinize the potential ecological repercussions of various projects, ensuring a harmonious coexistence between development and nature
• Waste Management Specialist: Lead the charge in responsible waste disposal practices, striving to minimize environmental harm while efficiently managing resources
• Environmental Consultant: Offer expert guidance to industries, governments, and organizations, steering them towards eco-friendly practices that align with sustainability goals

What does an Environmental Engineer do?

• Evaluate the environmental impact of projects, carefully assessing their potential effects on the surrounding ecosystem
• Design sustainable infrastructure, incorporating eco-friendly practices and technologies
• Implement strategies to handle and dispose of waste materials in an environmentally responsible manner
• Engage in environmental education and outreach programs, raising awareness about environmental issues
• Contribute to research and development activities, exploring innovative solutions and technologies to address environmental challenges