Sustainable Energy Technology - University of Cumbria

BEng(Hons) Sustainable Energy Technology

Location Energus - Learning Gateway West
Duration 3 year/s
Mode of study Full-time
Start date September 2012, 2013

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Course code H224E
UCAS points 240

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Why study with us?

You will benefit from gaining a firm grounding in core engineering subjects such as mathematics, modelling, materials, electronics and thermo fluids, as well as learning about established and emerging renewable energy technologies.

Energus is located close to Workington on Britain’s Energy Coast, an area identified as having job growth potential in the renewable sector. As well as hosting its own solar PV array, the Energus facility is surrounded by numerous renewable energy sites including; offshore and onshore wind farms, small and large scale bio mass boilers, anaerobic-digestion plants and small scale hydro sites. Access to these sites will form part of a suite of practical hands on activities aimed at giving you a better understanding of renewable energy deployment.

What can this course lead to?

Engineers with a sound understanding of sustainable energy technologies will play a key role in the move to a low carbon economy. Having completed this degree you could continue your studies through MSc & PhD levels in order to develop a career as an academic lecturer or researcher in your chosen field.

Alternatively as an engineer with a sound knowledge of renewable energy and project management skills, you would be able to seek employment in either the public or private sectors. Typical jobs available for qualified sustainable energy engineers include, design engineering, turnkey project management, consultancy, planning and regulatory roles. Overseas job opportunities are also available as the world begins to deal with global energy issues.

Course Summary

This course provides you with a sound basic engineering knowledgebase which is overlaid with established and emerging sustainable energy technology learning.

You will have access to state of the art lab equipment to supplement theoretical work and classroom and lab teaching will be supplemented with field trips to a variety of renewable energy sites around Cumbria. Third year project work will, wherever possible be linked to the needs of local industry giving students exposure to potential employers in the area.

The academic year is divided into 2 semesters: Semester 1 runs from September to December and Semester 2 runs from January to May. Some of the modules are completed in one semester others are stretched out over the whole year.

Year 1

Mechanics
Thermo-fluids
Engineering Mathematics
Electronic Instrumentation and Control Systems
Energy Technology for Environmental Sustainability

Year 2

Integration of Energy Power Systems & Electrical Distribution
Thermo-fluids & Heat Transfer
Mechatronics
Renewable Energy Generation
Further Engineering Mathematics and Modelling
Project Management and Design
Mechanics, Materials and Stress Analysis

Year 3

Industrial Research Project
Control of Energy Power Systems
Solar Power and Emerging Energy Technologies
Wind Technology and Energy Generation
Marine and Hydro-technology and Energy Generation

Student Work

Sustainable energy degree course goes global
Finding viable ways of producing renewable energy is a worldwide issue, a fact reflected in a new course being offered by the university at Britain’s Energy Coast campus, near Workington.

Resources and facilities

This course is taught from the Energus building, Workington. Energus boasts state of the art lecture theatres, labs and workshops and has unparalleled views over the Solway Firth and the Robin Rigg wind farm.

You will be able to access all of the University of Cumbria’s networked facilities from this site and will be provided with all the resources you need to successfully complete your chosen course of study.

Entry requirements

240 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum C in a related subject.

Four GCSEs at minimum grade C to include English Language, Mathematics and Science.

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Selection criteria

240 UCAS tariff points with preferred subjects including Mathematics and Physics. Four GCSE min grade C including English Language, Maths and a science subject.Candidates with other suitable qualifications or experience will also be considered