Sustainable Engineering (including Professional Practice) MSc

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the global challenge of sustainable development. It covers the principles of sustainable engineering, including energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, waste management, and environmental impact assessment. The course also includes professional practice modules, which provide students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and gain practical experience in engineering consultancy, research, and project management. By the end of the course, students will be able to design, implement, and evaluate sustainable engineering solutions that meet the needs of society while minimizing environmental impact.

Additional Information

This course is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Graduates of this course have gone on to work in a variety of engineering-related fields, including sustainable energy consultancy, environmental impact assessment, and research and development. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions, with a mix of theoretical and practical assignments.

Aston University: Where Sustainable Engineering Meets Practical Application

Aston University has a strong reputation for engineering and sustainability-related research, with a number of renowned academic staff who are leaders in their fields. The university's location in the Midlands provides easy access to a range of industrial sites and organizations, offering students valuable practical experience and networking opportunities. The course is delivered in state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated sustainable engineering laboratory and access to specialist equipment and software.

This course aims to develop globally-minded and socially aware engineers that are future agents of change, able to innovate and bring forward more holistic solutions that meet the needs of societies without discrimination while protecting our natural resources. Through a balanced provision of fundamental and technical knowledge, practical application, students will be equipped with the necessary qualitative and quantitative analytical tools and skills, and further develop essential professional skills, that will enable them to tackle the evolving, complex local and global sustainable development issues and challenges. The role of professional engineers in sustainability and sustainable development is vital; working to improve peoples quality of life, welfare and health, and safety, they provide options and solutions that minimize environmental impact and maximize the sustainability of natural resources. Naturally then, this role is significantly influenced by the opportunities and challenges that accompany sustainability. These challenges include the depletion of resources, environmental pollution, rapid population growth, and damage to ecosystems.

A 2.2 in a first degree (BEng/BSc) in engineering or a related science and/or technology discipline. IELTS 6.0 overall and minimum 5.5 in each area