Energy Engineering BEng (Hons)
Course code H801
What is special about this course?
If you are interested in the role energy has to play in the future of engineering, the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering degree is for you. The degree has been designed to meet the needs of the industry, ensuring you will be highly employable after graduation.
You will explore both conventional energy systems and renewable energy technologies. You will also undertake an engineering project, which will showcase your skills and knowledge in solving an industry-related problem to prospective employers.
Special features
- You will study an emerging technology, making you highly employable for the future
- You will develop relevant key employability skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and communication and interpersonal skills
- You will undertake a major industry-related project to showcase your expertise in solving engineering problems
- You can study full-time or part-time to suit your personal and professional circumstances
- You can exit at each level with a valuable qualification
Entry requirements
Year 1 of this course is a relevant HNC, such as HNC Engineering (Systems pathway), with a pass in Engineering Mathematics 2
Advanced entry to year two:
- Successful completion of a relevant 15 SQA credit HNC (such as the HNC Engineering (Systems pathway)) with a pass in Engineering Mathematics 2. To make an application please use the 'Apply' tab and indicate year two entry on your application
Advanced entry to year three:
- Successful completion of a relevant HND (such as the HND Engineering Systems) may allow advanced entry to year three. To make an application please use the 'Apply' tab and indicate year three entry on your application
Advanced entry to year four:
- Successful completion of the BEng Energy Engineering, BEng Electrical and Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent ordinary degrees may allow advanced entry to year four. To make an application please use the 'Apply' tab and indicate year four entry on your application
Year 1 - HNC
Year 1 of this course is a relevant HNC, with a pass in Engineering Mathematics 2, such as:
Year 2 - DipHE
You will study one of the following core modules:
- Design and engineering skills 2 (SC)
- Engineering skills 2 (SC)
You will also study the following:
- Core maths 2 (S1)
- Electrical 2 (S2)
- Engineering business skills 2 (SC)
- Statics and dynamics 2 (S1)
- Thermodynamics and fluids 2 (S2)
Year 3 - BEng
You will study the following core modules:
- Conventional energy systems 3 (S1)
- Electrical 3 (S1)
- Project and management 1 (SC)
- Renewable energy generation (S2)
- Statics and dynamics 3 (S1)
and choose one from the following:
- Assessment of the environmental impact of development (S2)
- Energy heat in buildings (S2)
Year 4 - BEng (Hons)
You will study the following core modules:
- Engineering project 4 (SC)
- Future energy systems (S1)
- Statics and dynamics 4 (S1)
- Wind energy (S2)
You will also choose one from the following:
- Design for quality and reliability (S1)
- Electrical 4 (S2)*
- Electronics 4 (S1)*
- Thermodynamics and fluids 4 (S2)*
*available to those who have already achieved level 3 in the same subject
How will I study my course?
- Full-time
- Part-time
- This course is mainly delivered online with scheduled sessions and tutorials. These are recorded and can be viewed at times that suit you if you are unable to attend the timetabled sessions. You can replay them as many times as needed. Some campuses may also schedule a face to face tutorial session
- Online study will be done via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE), with support from your tutors
- You will have the option to take part in an online induction each year
How long will my course last?
- Full-time: 3 years @ 12 hours per week
- Part-time: 6 years @ 6 hours per week
The number of hours per week indicates the total number of hours you should dedicate to the course, which includes time spent on online material as well as individual study and research.
Where can I study my course?
- Inverness
- Moray
- North, West and Hebrides - Stornoway; Thurso
- Perth
- This fully online course can be studied from anywhere in the UK. If you're based in Scotland you should apply to your nearest location
Start date
- September
- January - North, West and Hebrides only
Fees
For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
This includes
- EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
- EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
- EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| Year | Level | 2024-25 Full-time | 2024-25 Part-time | 2025-26 Full-time | 2025-26 Part-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | HNC | £1,285 | £86 (per HN credit) | £1,285 | £86 (per HN credit) |
| Year 2 | DipHE | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 3 | Degree | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 4 | Honours | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) | £1,820 | £305 (per 20 credit module) |
Rest of UK students
For students living in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man), with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
| Year | Level | 2024-25 Full-time | 2024-25 Part-time | 2025-26 Full-time | 2025-26 Part-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | HNC | £7,110 | £474 (per HN credit) | £7,440 | £496 (per HN credit) |
| Year 2 | DipHE | £9,250 | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) | £9,250 | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 3 | Degree | £9,250 | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) | £9,250 | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 4 | Honours | free | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) | free | £1,542 (per 20 credit module) |
4th year free only for students studying full-time, on continuous study, who have paid for the previous three years at the University of the Highlands and Islands.
Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.
There are a number of funding options available to UK students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living while studying.
EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK
Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, the Scottish Government confirmed that EU/EEA and Swiss nationals, who do not have settled or pre-settled status, will be considered as international for fee purposes. Students will get an automatic scholarship for 2nd and 3rd year, with the 4th year of study free for those studying full-time, on continuous study, who have paid for the previous three years at the University of the Highlands and Islands.
This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| Year | Level | 2024-25 Full-time | With scholarship | 2025-26 Full-time | With scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | HNC | £8,775 | £8,775 | £8,925 | £8,925 |
| Year 2 | DipHE | £15,996 | £11,996 | £16,950 | £12,950 |
| Year 3 | Degree | £15,996 | £11,996 | £16,950 | £12,950 |
| Year 4 | Honours | £15,996 | Free | £16,950 | Free |
Students will need Student Route visa sponsorship to study on the UK.
International students
For students who do not normally reside in the UK or European Union and with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
| Year | Level | 2024-25 Full-time | 2024-25 Part-time | 2025-26 Full-time | 2025-26 Part-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | HNC | £8,775 | £585 (per HN credit) | £8,925 | £595 (per HN credit) |
| Year 2 | DipHE | £15,996 | £2,666 (per 20 credit module) | £16,950 | £2,825 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 3 | Degree | £15,996 | £2,666 (per 20 credit module) | £16,950 | £2,825 (per 20 credit module) |
| Year 4 | Honours | £15,996 | £2,666 (per 20 credit module) | £16,950 | £2,825 (per 20 credit module) |
Part-time study is not open to international student requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK. Further information on international course fees.
A no fee increase guarantee is available for self-funding full-time and structured part-time rest of the UK, EU and international undergraduate students for continuous study for the same award, up to the permitted standard time limit for the relevant award, including where students are following a recognised ‘top-up’ degree structure where the first year is made up of an HNC award.
Funding
UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.
Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Once you have successfully completed your BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering, you will be ready to compete in the employment market for a range of jobs in the engineering sector such as:
- Engineer in renewable energy industry
- Design/maintenance position in offshore industry
- Design/maintenance position in manufacturing industry
- Engineering manager in a wide range of industries
Can I progress into further study?
Upon successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, you may wish to progress onto:
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I gained a range of knowledge which has helped me in my career and provided a grounds for different areas. I've found that the real learning happens in the workplace, when you are using equipment, fault finding and digging deeper into system and this would not be possible without the foundations built from UHI.
I currently work as a Maintenance Technician at Siemens Gamesa on an offshore windfarm. I wanted to get involved in the renewable sector, and I go offshore to carry out work on wind turbines. Being able to get my degree whilst working full time and living at home allowed me to have amazing holidays and experiences which I wouldn’t have had if I moved away for university.
Chloe studied the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering at UHI North, West and Hebrides.
I considered other universities but knew UHI through doing a previous course at UHI and not having to move out of the highlands made it very attractive. My studies have helped me get into engineering- I have already achieved a position with SSE for after I graduate! The staff at the UHI are incredibly supportive and are always happy to make time for you, my PAT has taken time to ensure that I have been supported.
Charlotte studied the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering at UHI Inverness.
I chose UHI because it allowed me to stay at home close to family and friends whilst I studied. I had also had some friends study engineering degrees with UHI and had seen them go on to success so I thought it was a good choice for me.
I have nothing but positive things to say about the lecturers I had. Classes were a mixture of in-person at my home campus and online. As I progressed to later years, more and more classes became online. This wasn’t an issue, I could go to the campus whenever I felt like or needed to and the rest of the time I had the flexibility to study wherever I was at the time.
I also found that lecturers were by in large responsive to emails and would engage as much as I needed to learn the coursework. Lecturers were happy to discuss course material in detail at any time they were available and were also willing to share their experiences of working which were invaluable for setting me up for the world of professional working.
My favourite thing about studying at UHI has been the flexibility and being able to stay at home with my friends and family while getting my degree. The Western Isles where I live is such an unique place, and staying there has meant I can stay in touch with the culture I grew up in.
Calum studied the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering at UHI North, West and Hebrides.
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