MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at Solent University

Programme overview

Develop advanced expertise in sustainable energy technologies, automation, and smart grids, preparing you for a cutting-edge career solving global energy challenges. This integrated master’s programme (also offered part-time) equips you with skills in renewable energy technologies, smart grids, sustainable engineering, renewable power systems and energy management – preparing you for a career solving global challenges through innovation.

Faculty: Engineering | Duration: 4 years; 5 years with foundation year; 8 years part-time; 9 years part-time with foundation year | Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include CAD and the Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Electronics Principles, Manufacturing Principles, Mechanical Principles, Professional Engineering Skills, Applied Mathematics for Engineering, Automation and Control Systems, Competition and Contracts in Engineering, Environment and Environmental Impact, Solar and Wave Energy Systems, Wind and Tidal Energy Systems. Optional modules include Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Computer Aided Modelling and Simulation, Mechatronics, Sustainability.

Career pathways

Graduates of this course will be well-prepared for a wide range of professional roles in the renewable energy sector and related fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104-120 UCAS tariff points from A-levels or equivalent From two or more A-levels (including one STEM subject) BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D in a STEM based subject or equivalent, which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS point 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. Alternative entry is available through the Science and Engineering Foundation Year. 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: 4 years; 5 years with foundation year; 8 years part-time; 9 years part-time with foundation year

Apply through the official page: https://www.solent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/renewable-energy-engineering-meng

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