Sustainable Energy Engineering (Taught)

Our Sustainable Energy Engineering programme will enable you to assess different energy supply options. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of modern sustainable, renewable and conventional technologies for a wide range of applications.

Due to a growing skills shortage in the energy sector, especially in emerging energy technologies, industry requires graduates with specialist knowledge and multidisciplinary ability. A broad understanding of energy technologies and more practical engineering skills are provided throughout this course.

core modules: advanced engineering research preparation; renewable energy technology 1; energy efficiency for sustainability 1; advanced engineering research project organisation and design; economic evaluation of sustainable energy; advanced resource technologies; individual research project.

Optional modules: technologies for the hydrogen economy; power generation and carbon capture; advanced thermal power systems; wind engineering and energy; renewable energy technology 2; renewable generation technologies and control; process risk benefit and analysis; combined heat and power systems.