BEng (Hons) Renewable Energy Engineering at Solent University

Programme overview

Be at the forefront of energy technology and shape the future of the next generation. Apply your engineering skills to develop efficient uses of valuable global resources. The energy sector is a fast-growing industry with enormous potential in the short and long term. From renewable energy generation to the efficient use of energy in engineering systems such as cars, the engineering industry will require engineers with expertise in the environmentally friendly generation, distribution and efficient use of energy.

Faculty: Engineering | Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Engineering Principles, Engineering Design and Manufacturing, Professional Engineering Skills, Applied Mechanics, Sustainability and Environmental Impact, Renewable Energy Technologies, Robotics and Automation, Enterprise, Ideation and Marketisation, Power Storage and Grid Technologies, Energy Conversion and Rationalisation, Business Process Improvement, Individual Project.

Career pathways

Graduates will be well prepared for both STEM, general engineering and renewable engineering industries, and any branch of engineering which includes the efficient use of energy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104-120 UCAS tariff points From two or more A-levels (including one STEM subject), BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D*, a T-Level Merit in a STEM based subject, or equivalent, which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. Direct entry into years two or three may be considered for this course. A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered in conjunction with other qualifications. English language: IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK, ROI, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fee. Fees for the following year not yet published; 2026/27 rates shown for guidance. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,081 a year (2026/27). International full-time fee. Fees for the following year not yet published; 2026/27 rates shown for guidance. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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