Energy & Environmental Engineering BEng/BEng (Hons)

Program Overview

Edinburgh Napier University's BEng/BEng (Hons) Energy & Environmental Engineering program equips students with the skills to tackle society's environmental challenges. Through hands-on experience and industry-focused coursework, they explore renewable energy systems, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices. The program includes a significant design project and independent research, preparing graduates for careers as Professional Engineers in the energy, built environment, and traditional industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BEng/BEng (Hons) Energy & Environmental Engineering program at Edinburgh Napier University equips students with the skills necessary to address environmental challenges in society and the wider industry. Graduates are prepared for careers as professional engineers in the renewable, built environment, and traditional energy industries. The program focuses on exploring cleaner and more efficient ways of using fossil fuels, investigating and specifying the design of renewable energy systems, and developing systems using renewable and sustainable resources like solar and wind energy. Students will also analyze how local climate impacts the design and selection of these systems, considering their life cycle and carbon footprint.

Outline:

The program is structured over four years of full-time study.

Year 1:

• Foundation mathematics: Introduces fundamental mathematical concepts relevant to engineering.
• Engineering skills: Develops practical engineering skills through hands-on experience.
• Electrical & electronic principles: Covers the fundamentals of electrical and electronic circuits.
• Mechanical principles: Explores the principles of mechanics and their application in engineering.
• Mathematical methods I: Provides a deeper understanding of mathematical methods used in engineering.
• Engineering practice: Introduces students to real-world engineering practices and applications.

Year 2:

• Mathematical methods II: Builds upon the mathematical methods learned in Year 1.
• Mechanics: Delves into the principles of mechanics and their application in engineering systems.
• Materials and manufacture 1: Covers the properties and processing of engineering materials.
• Control measurement and instrumentation: Explores the principles of control systems and instrumentation.
• Thermofluids: Focuses on the principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.

Year 3:

• Materials and manufacture 2: Builds upon the knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Energy systems Design: Covers the design and analysis of energy systems.
• Management for Engineers: Develops essential management skills for engineers.
• Renewable Energy and Sustainability: Explores the principles and technologies of renewable energy.
• Professional Engineering: Introduces students to the professional practice of engineering.
• Engineering Design 2 / Individual Project: Students undertake a significant design project, applying their knowledge and skills.

Year 4:

• Advanced Energy Systems: Delves into advanced concepts and technologies in energy systems.
• Building Services Engineering A: Covers the design and operation of building services systems.
• Honours project: Students conduct an independent research project, culminating in a thesis.
• Building Services Engineering B: Continues the exploration of building services engineering.
• Advanced thermodynamic systems: Focuses on advanced topics in thermodynamics and their applications.

Assessment:

Assessments are primarily conducted through written coursework submissions and examinations.

Teaching:

Students are taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical hands-on experience using up-to-date laboratory equipment.

Careers:

Graduates of the BEng/BEng (Hons) Energy & Environmental Engineering program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the energy and environmental sectors. Some potential career paths include:

• Sustainable Energy Engineer: Design and implement renewable energy solutions.
• Environmental Impact Analyst: Evaluate the environmental impact of projects.
• Waste Management Specialist: Develop and implement responsible waste management practices.
• Environmental Consultant: Provide expert guidance on environmental issues to industries, governments, and organizations.

Other:

• The program is accredited for Partial Chartered Engineer.
• A bursary of £1200 is available for Scottish students who start the degree in September 2024 by direct entry to Year 2 or Year 3.
• The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices, as well as computing skills and principles of design.
• Students will learn methods of applying energy-efficiency in design, engineering practices, and creating more environmentally-friendly forms of industrial design and manufacture.

• 2024/25
Students from 2024/25 2025/26 Scotland £1,820 £tba England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £9,250 £tba Overseas and EU £19,340 £tba
• Tuition fees for 2025/26
• Please note that the tuition fees liable to be paid by EU nationals commencing their studies from 1 August 2021 will be the Overseas fee rate.
The University offers a range of attractive Tuition Fee bursaries to students resident in specific countries. More information on these can be found here.