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University of Aberdeen: Renewable Energy Engineering
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Engineering |
| Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme has been specifically designed to help meet the projected growth in demand for renewable energy specialists by teaching the advanced skills needed to design, build and optimise renewable energy infrastructure.
According to a recent report, 40% of the UK’s power in 2022 came from a mix of wind, solar, bioenergy and hydroelectric sources. The massive worldwide growth in renewables is creating a major skills shortage as countries rush to develop more secure and sustainable energy sources.
One of the main features of this programme is its breadth and interdisciplinary approach to renewable energy. The courses draw heavily upon the research expertise of the School of Engineering and our industry partners to provide you with a thorough grounding in the technical and scientific aspects of renewable energy, including, marine, wind, solar, geothermal and bioenergy.
You will also gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges related to energy conversion, storage and integration to the grid and engage with the wider legal and commercial considerations involved in renewable energy.
Aberdeen is an exciting place to study renewable energy engineering as the city and surrounding region are at the forefront of the energy transition in the UK. There are several major energy transition projects already up and running including Equinor’s Hywind project and the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre, Scotland’s largest offshore wind test and demonstration facility.
The city’s new Energy Transition Zone – part of the £350 million Aberdeen Harbour expansion – will act as a focal point for applying the tremendous R&D expertise built up in oil and gas over the last four decades to fast-track the development and deployment of wind, tidal, hydrogen, geothermal, and carbon capture storage technologies.
With hundreds of energy companies based in Aberdeen, our programmes benefit from significant industry engagement, including industry advisory panels, guest lectures, field trips, site visits, networking and careers events, and industry-supported student projects.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:2, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering, Physics, Maths or Chemistry. Key subjects you must have covered: Mathematics. The CAH3 code for this degree is CAH10-01-09. Students who need a visa to live or study in the UK must apply for ATAS clearance. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 26250 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 26250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:2, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering, Physics, Maths or Chemistry. Key subjects you must have covered: Mathematics. The CAH3 code for this degree is CAH10-01-09. Students who need a visa to live or study in the UK must apply for ATAS clearance. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Fees
| Republic of Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 26250 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 26250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering, Physics, Maths or Chemistry. Students with a 2:2 AND 2+ years of relevant experience may also be considered. Key subjects you must have covered: Mathematics. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A UK Honours degree at 2:1 (upper second class), or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in any branch of Engineering, Physics, Maths or Chemistry. Students with a 2:2 AND 2+ years of relevant experience may also be considered. Key subjects you must have covered: Mathematics. |
| Location | Main Site University Office Regent Walk King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX |
Overview
The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.
The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 15 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024.
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