Energy Engineering (with placement year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

The global energy crisis is at the forefront of many peoples’ minds, and climate change is accelerating and defining our race towards a net zero society.

Our extensive industrial links and research expertise in renewable energy and sustainable technologies have led to the development of our Energy Engineering programme. The course has been designed to equip you with the knowledge and transferable skills to face the global challenges of energy supply security and sustainable development goals.

Global energy demands have been rising over many decades, and this interdisciplinary course will put you in a position where you can contribute to the boundary pushing potential of both existing and new technologies across the energy sector.

Now, with countries achieving 50% renewable energy production, we are entering an era of interconnected agile supply and delivery and the inherent vulnerabilities associated with this.

You will develop your understanding of energy services, efficiency, environmental compliance, and sustainable energy technologies. You will benefit from our extensive facilities and experts in our Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology (CREST), as well as developing knowledge from the key engineering principles of mechanical, sustainable manufacturing and electrical engineering.

Throughout your first two years of study, you will be introduced to core learning and expertise to prepare you for a placement within an energy sector employer, if you choose this pathway. Alternatively, you will be ready to explore specialist pathways during the second half of your degree.

### What's the difference between MEng and BEng?

If you’re choosing between the BEng and MEng, here’s the good news: the first three years are the same on both routes, so you’ll build the same strong foundation in engineering science, design and hands‑on problem‑solving whichever degree you start with.

A BEng gives you everything you need to launch into exciting early‑career engineering roles. You’ll learn the core technical principles, develop practical skills, and get plenty of opportunities to tackle real engineering problems. It’s a great choice if you want a solid engineering qualification in three years, with the flexibility to enter industry sooner.

The MEng includes everything in the BEng plus an additional year when you can dive deeper into the areas of engineering that excite you most. You’ll choose from a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to specialise and explore advanced topics. You’ll also take part in a major multidisciplinary design project that involves real companies or research teams to help strengthen your employability by building standout technical and teamwork skills.

If you’re already aiming high and want to become a future industry leader, the MEng is the most direct route. That extra year means the degree meets the educational requirements for later professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), which many top employers look for.

Pick BEng if you want a high‑quality engineering degree with the option to start your career sooner. High‑performing BEng students can apply to move onto the MEng as long as you meet the required academic level, so you’re not locked into your choice.

Choose MEng if you’re ambitious, want to specialise, enjoy project‑based learning, and like the idea of graduating ready for professional recognition as a Chartered Engineer.

Both routes set you up for success. You just get to choose the path that suits your goals and ambitions best.