Renewables MSci / BEng / BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In Dundee

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Dundee (Scotland)

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    September

Renewable Energy is the study of the energy sources of the future. It involves every aspect of the study of matter and energy, and forms the basis of the science, engineering and technology of tomorrow. A career in renewable energy is both rewarding and a positive contribution to the fight against global environmental damage.

At Dundee our Renewable Energy degrees emphasise real-life engineering practice and research methodology through extensive practical projects chosen to match your career objectives. They reflect both experimental and theoretical aspects of the subject.

You will have the opportunity to get involved with our research projects as part of the Undergraduate Research Club from Level 1 onwards.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Dundee (Dundee City)
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University of Dundee, Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4HN, Scotland, UK

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

About this course

BBBB (minimum) - AABB (typical) at Higher including mathematics and a science or engineering subject (physics is preferred)
BCC (minimum) - BBB (typical) including A-Level mathematics and a science or engineering subject (physics is preferred)
A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM

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2019

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Subjects

  • Renewable Energy
  • Design
  • Mathematics
  • Project
  • GCSE Mathematics
  • Technology
  • Systems
  • GCSE Physics
  • Magnetism
  • Electricity

Course programme

BSc/MSci Physics and Renewable Energy Science

Level 1
  • Mechanics
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Light, Waves and Matter
  • Astronomical Phenomena
  • Professional skills (experimental, writing, data analysis and computer modelling)
  • Mathematics
Level 2
  • Electromagnetism and Circuits
  • Classical and Quantum Properties of Matter
  • Electronics and Instrumentation
  • Applied Mathematics and Optics
  • Programming (Students will learn C++ and Matlab related to physical science problem solving)
  • Mathematics
Level 3
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Mathematical Methods
  • Physics Lab and Transferable Skills
  • Atomic Physics
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Computational Physics
  • Solar Energy & Photovoltaics
Level 4
  • Renewable Energy Science Project
  • Thermal Physics
  • Environmental Physics
  • Wind & Marine Energy
  • Nuclear Energy
Level 5

This year is only followed by the MSci Honours students.

  • MSci Independent research project
  • Research Skills module (choose from a wide range of advanced modules)
  • Computational Physics
  • Chemical Energy
  • Differential Equations
  • Mathematics of Fluids
BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables BSc Honours Degree

A BSc honours degree normally takes four years, full time, you study levels 1-4, as described below.

MSci Honours Degree

An MSci honours degree normally takes five years, full time, you study levels 1-5, as described below.

Advanced Entry Honours Degree

It is possible to study for most of our honours degrees in one year less if you have the required grades and subjects as listed in the Entry Requirements section. You study levels 2-4 for the BSc or 2-5 for the MSci. There are definite advantages to considering this route as the time needed to study is reduced by one year which enables you to start working and earning earlier.

Typical Degree ProgrammeLevel 1
  • Design Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanics & Thermodynamics
  • Professional Studies
  • Project
Level 2
  • Electrical & Mechanical Systems
  • Engineering Design & Communications
  • Engineering Science
  • Engineering Software for Mechanical Engineering Design
  • Mathematics for Engineers
  • Structural Design & Manufacturing
Level 3
  • Control & Dynamical Systems
  • Engineering Design
  • Engineering Materials
  • Mathematics for Engineers
  • Solid Mechanics
  • The Business Framework
  • Thermofluids
Level 4
  • Renewable Energy Honours Project
  • Power Generation Solar and Wind Energy
  • Solid Mechanics and Materials
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Computer Aided Engineering
  • Control Systems
How you will be taught

Our teaching uses enhanced resources in the form of state-of-the-art laboratories and expertise in areas such as solar cells and nanotechnology, and most of the teaching takes place in small groups with easy access to staff and a personal approach to lectures, tutorials, and practical work.

How you will be assessed

A variety of assessment methods is used, in some cases we will ask you to submit coursework and laboratory reports, in others you will take examinations, and sometimes we will simply ask you to discuss what you have achieved.

All BSc students undertake a research project in their final year of study, under the supervision of a member of staff. Previous projects have included:

  • carbon footprints for companies/buildings
  • battery technology for transport use
  • integration of large scale wind power.

Renewables MSci / BEng / BSc (Hons)

Price on request