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Renewable Energy Engineering with Foundation year

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

We believe that fair access to higher education is a fundamental enabler for social mobility and are committed to delivering this through our education. We aim to widen participation and raise attainment - bridging gaps in retention, progression and success - to ensure our students enjoy the best possible outcome.

In support of the University’s Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria, or are classed as Mature Students, and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not been able to take A-level Mathematics alongside a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma. Check if you are eligible to join this programme on our contextual offer webpages.

  • It covers the core mathematics required to successfully complete an Engineering degree programme at the University of Exeter

  • You’ll be learning in a friendly and structured environment and will be supported academically and personally as you prepare to study an Engineering undergraduate degree

  • Provided you achieve the specific progression criteria, you will progress into Year 1 of the BEng Renewable Energy Engineering programme, or Year 1 of the

  • Civil, Mechanical or Electronic Engineering programmes which have a Foundation Year

  • Depending upon the qualifications you’ve gained prior to beginning the Foundation programme it may be possible to transfer to an undergraduate programme in Mathematics, Natural Sciences or Physics which have a Foundation year and provided you meet the entry requirements for that programme

  • International students looking for a Foundation course, please visit our INTO page.

To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

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Assessment method

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
H806
Institution code:
E84
Campus name:
University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation
  • Year 1

International applicants

Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. INTO University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support.

For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships please visit our course page.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - BCC

To include grade C in Mathematics and grade B in a Science subject. Excluding General Studies.

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

Applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered without a GCE AL maths and science subjects - Construction and the Built Environment, Building Services Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Access to HE Diploma - D: 19 credits M: 26 credits

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 19 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 26 L3 credits at Merit Grade. This must include 12 L3 credits in Maths at pass Grade and 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade or above in another Science subject. Please also see our GCSE requirements.

Scottish Higher - BBBBC

Mathematics at Grade C and another Science subject at Grade B required.

Scottish Advanced Higher - BCC

Mathematics at Grade C and another Science subject at Grade B required.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points

Applicants will be considered with IB 26 OR 544 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 4 in HL Maths and another Science subject at HL 5.

In support of the university’s Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not been able to take A level Mathematics alongside a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma. Students can check their eligibility on our contextual offer website https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/entryrequirements/contextual/

English language requirements

GCSE English Language with a minimum pass of Grade C or 4

http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/entryrequirements/#english-language http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/entryrequirements/#english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

This tool provides a broad indication on entry information. When considering applicants at Exeter there are additional specific individual considerations taken into account. This includes eligibility for contextual offers, extenuating circumstances, whether applicants fall within UK or international targets, or whether they’ve applied for a capped programme or group. Please also make sure to check for specific subject requirements on our website www.exeter.ac.uk/study/undergraduate

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9250Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250Year 1
Scotland£9250Year 1
Wales£9250Year 1
Channel Islands£9250Year 1
EU£29700Year 1
International£29700Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

We understand the financial pressures that undergraduate students can face when arriving at university for the first time and that is why we offer bursaries to complement government loans for low household income families, scholarships for exceptional students, sportspeople and those meeting other criteria as well as expert funding advice and guidance.

For more information, please visit our course page.

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