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Renewable and Sustainable Engineering (with Foundation Year)

Entry requirements


A level

E,E,E-D,D,D

Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MP-MM

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

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48-72 UCAS Tariff points

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

UCAS Tariff

48-72

Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.

Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.

About this course


Course option

4years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Energy engineering

Why choose this course?

This accredited* Renewable and Sustainable Engineering degree tackles some of the biggest challenges facing mankind today - affordable energy, climate change, global warming and pollution control. For students wanting to be at the forefront of new engineering and cost effective solutions that will help satisfy the need for renewable energy, this degree could be your next step.

This degree is at the forefront of this new engineering and touches on the finance and politics of the coming model shift into clean energy and sustainability.

On this degree you will:
• You will learn how we can help to fix climate change
• explore renewable energy and learn about sustainability.
• Study a degree that is Energy institute, IMechE and IEEE accredited
• Learn about green and renewable energy
• Gain the tools to make an impact and protect the planet
• Explore both electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as all types of renewable energy.
• Study a course that boasts high relevant employment success after graduation
• Start your journey on a path growing in future opportunities

Key Course Features:
- Includes a foundation year to prepare you for further years of study.

- Industry-experienced lectures active in sustainability research.

- Taught by lecturers with 10 years’ experience teaching this programme.

- Includes field visits to interesting renewable energy projects (Wind, Solar, Hydro, Biomass plants).

- Excellent facilities that include well-equipped computer-aided design laboratories, modern electronics laboratories, specialist manufacturing systems, simulation software, industry-standard instrumentation laboratories, and industry specification.

- Rapid Prototyping facility (fused deposition method).

- Subsonic wind tunnel laboratory and well-equipped thermo-fluid dynamics lab, including a fully operational Pelton wheel and Francis turbine.

- Small class sizes allow for strong tutorial and laboratory experiment support and advice.

- Dedicated maths support for students.

- There are opportunities for industrial visits to local companies, wind farms, biomass plants, hydro plants and the centre for alternative technology.

- You will have access to industry standard software packages such as Altium Designer, Multisim, HP VEE, MATLAB & Simulink, Abaqus, AutoCAD, Fluent, Pro Engineer, SolidWorks.

Modules

What you will study

Our course has a broad base in order to allow you to develop skills and the ability to contribute to the design of renewable energy systems and progress to meet future requirements both within the UK and worldwide markets.

YEAR 1 (FOUNDATION YEAR)
The foundation year will provide a grounding for students in all aspects of engineering and design in order to prepare them for further years of study.

MODULES

Analytical Methods for Engineering
Design and Technology
Mechanical Science
Electrical and Electronic Science
The Skills You Need
Contextual Studies

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 4)
In year 2, students will develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories in engineering. You will acquire basic mathematic skills related to engineering and design problems and use CAD for engineering design. You will also develop competence of working safely in engineering laboratories and workshops, and be able to conduct laboratory procedures, measurement and workshop practices under the guidance of a tutor.

MODULES

CAD and production Science
Introduction to Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Science
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering professional development
Future Energy Systems and Sustainability
Materials and the Environment

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 5)
Level 5 will build on the knowledge, concepts and skills acquired at Level 4, in addition to more specialist knowledge, skills in engineering design and analysis. More in-depth in theories in electrical power engineering, renewable energies, structures and finite element analysis, etc will be explored. You will also develop an understanding of business and research methods.

MODULES

Further Engineering Maths
Structures Analysis
Engineering Futures
Wind and Hydro Engineering
Electrical Power Engineering
Solar, Biomass and Storage Engineering

YEAR 4 (LEVEL 6)
At Level 6, students will acquire a critical understanding and application of the higher level concepts, principles and theories in engineering, as well as a critical understanding and explanation of advanced topics in composite materials, design, modelling/simulation, and advanced renewable technologies. You will use the knowledge and skills you have acquired to do an individual project.

MODULES

Option 1 Mechanical Engineering Modelling and simulation / Option 2 Electrical and electronic engineering modelling and simulation
Smart Grids, storage and energy mix
Option A Energy saving, Low carbon and recycling systems
Option B Power Electronics and Electrical Machines
Professional Engineering
Project

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Assessment methods

Teaching & Assessment

A broad range of assessment methods are used; these include task-based exercises, oral and poster presentations, essays and laboratory reports, and written exams. Each module is assessed by a variety of methods, enabling students to display their full potential. A project dissertation will form one of the final parts of your assessment.

Teaching and Learning

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.

Teaching methods include lectures, laboratory sessions, student-led seminars, field trips and guided research.

Independent learning is an important aspect of all modules, as it enables students to develop both their subject specific and key skills. Independent learning is promoted through guided study or feedbacks given to students.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£9,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Wrexham (Main Campus)

Department:

School of Applied Science, Computing and Engineering

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What students say


How do students rate their degree experience?

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Chemical, process and energy engineering

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

83%
UK students
17%
International students
83%
Male students
17%
Female students
93%
2:1 or above
14%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

E
B
B

After graduation


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Chemical, process and energy engineering

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

100%
high
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

62%
Engineering professionals
9%
Science, engineering and production technicians
4%
Business, research and administrative professionals

Want to make good money from the word go? This is the degree for you! The UK has had a shortage of chemical engineers for a while now so starting salaries are very good. In fact, across the UK, only doctors and dentists bettered the average starting salary for chemical engineering graduates, with an average starting salary of around £28,000. Key sectors for chemical engineers last year included the petrochemicals, food, nuclear, pharmaceuticals, materials and consultancy industries. Their skills set also means that the finance industry likes graduates from these degrees, so there are options if you don't fancy engineering as a career. Most graduates take a longer course that leads to an MEng — which is what you need to take if you want to be a Chartered Engineer. Chemical engineers are also more likely than other engineers to take doctorates and go into research roles, so if you want to take an engineering subject but fancy a research job, this might be a good subject to take.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Chemical, process and energy engineering

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

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£37k

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£40k

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Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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