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Renewable Energy Engineering

Robert Gordon University

Content

Are you interested in this brand-new course in renewable energy engineering? This course is designed to address the shortage of talent in the fast-growing renewable energy industry and create future-proof professional engineers who can tackle engineering challenges and transform the industry.

You will participate in a modern and practical learning experience through a wide range of activities, including laboratory work, project-based learning, workshops, engineering practices, interactive lectures, and industrial engagement.

You will benefit from our 50-years’ experience of engineering education, cutting-edge research in renewables and industrial partners to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be a successful engineer and to remain up-to-date with the latest industry developments.

On this course you will learn from exceptional teaching facilities including Wind Tunnel, Solar PV, Hydrogen Facility, Engineering Applications Lab and Electrical Power Lab. These facilities ensure you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience.

You will also have the added benefit of Aberdeen being at the forefront of the Energy Transition with access to hundreds of energy companies. This programme benefits from industrial engagement opportunities, such as field trips, site visits, placements, industrial guest lectures and career events.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBBC including Maths and Engineering Science, Physics or another technological subject plus English at National 5 (if not held at Higher).

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at CCCC including Maths and Engineering Science, Physics or another technological subject plus English at National 5 (if not held at Higher).

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

MEng

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

H800

Course Length

4 - 5 years

Department

School of Engineering

SCQF Level

11

Website

www.rgu.ac.uk

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy