Developing a Community Energy Project (SCQF level 11) CPD Award

What is special about this course?

Are you passionate about sustainability, renewable energy, and making a positive impact on communities? Do you want to work on real community energy case studies, gaining hands-on experience that sets you apart in the job market? 

Our CPD module, Developing a Community Energy Project (SCQF level 11), isn’t just about theory, it's about practical application, offering you the unique opportunity to dive into the world of community-driven, sustainable energy initiatives. 

Explore the intricate interplay of community energy projects with political and social dynamics as you learn to critically assess these dimensions, developing insightful conclusions about the issues that arise. Develop your problem-solving expertise as you gain the ability to critically examine the challenges faced by community energy projects and local renewable energy generation. 

Let this module be your gateway to a career that makes a difference. Join us to become a leader in developing net zero communities through grassroots energy projects, embracing a greener, brighter future and becoming a change-maker in the exciting field of community energy. 

Special features

• Ethics and sustainability: focus on the importance of ethical and sustainable energy solutions, becoming equipped to drive positive change and create environmentally responsible projects
• In-demand skills: community energy is a growing field with high demand for skilled professionals - gain the attributes needed to make you an asset to organizations and communities alike
• Networking opportunities: connect with experts in the field, researchers, and fellow students who share your passion for sustainable energy
• Innovation and strategy: assess the potential for new community energy projects and develop innovative strategies to drive these initiatives forward; cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to create impactful, original work in the sustainability sector
• Interdisciplinary skills: understand the multifaceted nature of community energy, where politics, society, and technology converge; learn to work across disciplines and bridge the gap between theory and practice

Entry requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject
• Other qualifications will be considered for those with a minimum of three years relevant professional experience

CPD Award

You will study the following core module:

• Developing a community energy project

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.

Rest of UK students

For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland) or assessed as rest of the UK for fee status, the following fees apply:

Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.

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. These students will get an automatic fee scholarship.

This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

International students

For students who do not normally reside in the UK or European Union, studying online from their home country, or assessed as international for fee status, the following fees apply:

A no fee increase guarantee is available for self-funding full-time and structured part-time rest of the UK, EU and international postgraduate students for continuous study for the same award, up to the permitted standard time limit for the relevant award.

This course is not available for international students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.

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.