MEng Engineering (Renewable Energy)

The MEng Engineering (Renewable Energy) program at Durham University - Study Group is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of renewable energy systems. The course covers topics such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy, as well as energy storage and distribution systems. Students will learn how to design, install, and maintain renewable energy systems, as well as how to assess their environmental impact and economic viability. The program also covers the legal and regulatory framework for renewable energy in the UK and Europe, and students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and case studies throughout the course.

Additional Information

The MEng Engineering (Renewable Energy) program is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Energy Institute (EI). Graduates of the program are eligible to become members of these professional bodies and can pursue careers in renewable energy consulting, engineering, and research. The course also provides a solid foundation for further study at the doctoral level.

Leading the Way in Renewable Energy Research and Education

Durham University - Study Group is one of the top universities in the UK for renewable energy research and education. The university has a strong reputation for interdisciplinary research and collaboration, and students in the MEng Engineering (Renewable Energy) program will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, as well as opportunities to work with leading researchers in the field.

The course is mainly delivered through a mixture of lectures, problem classes, practical and design activities. Typically lectures provide key information on a particular field of study and identify the main underpinning engineering concepts in that area. Problem classes then provide opportunities for smaller groups to work through practical examples, based on the knowledge that you have gained through your lectures and through independent study outside the degree's formal contact hours. Finally, practical classes allow you to gain direct experience of practical and interpretative skills through laboratory classes, design activities, and a Professional Engineering Applications Course (PEAC). The balance of these types of activities changes as you develop your knowledge and your ability as an independent learner. This is one of the key attributes that you will develop (thereby preparing you for work or further study once you have completed the course). In the first two years, you will typically attend 12 hours a week of lectures (two hours per module) and have three hours of practical classes or design activities each week plus problem classes and small group supervision. In the first year, there is a one-week full-time compulsory PEAC course and at the end of the second year, there is a two-week full-time practical course. Outside timetabled contact hours, you are also expected to undertake your own independent study to prepare for your classes and broaden your subject knowledge.

A level offer €“ A*AA including Mathematics and Physics.