BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables
Course overview
BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables at the University of Dundee is a 3-year programme designed to give a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering and specifically link it to renewable-energy applications such as solar, biomass, wind systems, and Electronic Systems Design.
Students will build skills in mathematics, physics, computational methods, and design to create Engineering solutions that respond to global energy challenges. They will learn from modules such as Electromagnetism and Circuits, Thermodynamics, Waves and Mechanics, Mathematics for Engineers, Software Applications for Engineering Design, and Software Applications for Engineering Design.
Teaching involves lectures, tutorials, and practical work, and assessment includes coursework, laboratory reports, and discussions. In the final year, students will complete a research-oriented project in renewables. The University of Dundee is ranked 9th in the UK for Mechanical Engineering by the Guardian University Guide 2026, and the students are taught by experts in Engineering.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
Candidates applying for the BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables at the University of Dundee are expected to meet the following grade requirements to be considered for admission:
- A level grade of CCC
- A BTEC Extended Diploma with MMM
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at higher level.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must provide an IELTS Academic result with a minimum overall score of 6.0, including at least 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each of listening, reading, and speaking, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- TOEFL iBT Overall 80, Writing 19, Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20.
- Pearsons (PTE Academic) Overall 64, Writing 64, Listening 59, Reading 59, Speaking 59.
Scholarships
Alumni and Family Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Alumni Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry
Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine
Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000GEMS Scholarship
Value - £6,000 per year of study
Up to £6,000Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate
Value: £7,500 per year of study.
Up to £7,500Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship
Value - £4,000
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables from the University of Dundee may pursue careers in positions such as:
- Renewable Energy Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Wind / Marine Energy Systems Engineer
- Project Manager (Engineering & Renewables)
- Energy Systems Consultant
Cost of study
For international students applying for the BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables in the University of Dundee, the tuition is £25,750 per year for this course, and is subject to a 5% increase on the previous year's tuition fee for each year of the programme of study.
Admission
Candidates seeking admission to the BEng Mechanical Engineering with Renewables at the University of Dundee can apply directly through the university's online application portal or through UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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