Engineering
Energy and Environmental Engineering (BEng University Route) (inc. HND Engineering Systems with Renewables)
Campus Midlothian Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 8
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
BEng Energy and Environmental Engineering is a direct route onto the third year of the Edinburgh Napier University BEng Energy and Environmental Engineering degree program.
You will study several modules from Pneumatics and Hydraulics to Engineering System Analysis. This course will give you the analytical skills needed for a job in the engineering systems industry. You will learn a variety of essential areas in mechanical, electrical and systems engineering.
In year one you will follow HNC Engineering Systems with Renewables. This course will make sure you meet the varied needs of the industry. On progression to year two, you will begin your HND. This HND aims to provide you with practical skills in advanced theories of engineering systems. You will use the latest simulation and design software and study technical subjects including Principles of Engineering Systems, Renewable Energy Units and Computer-Aided Design (CAD).
The course is taught by teaching staff with extensive industry experience using the latest technologies. You will be taught between Edinburgh College classrooms and workshops where you will gain essential and hands-on experience in the engineering sector. This course is intended to meet the needs of employers and will ensure you meet undergraduate requirements for various universities.
If you have any questions regarding this course, contact a member of our teaching staff at kevin.maloney@edinburghcollege.ac.uk or phone +44 131 297 9285.
What you will learn
Year One (HNC)
- DV9R34 Principles of Engineering Systems
- H7MB34 Communication: Practical Skills
- DV9P34 Engineering Measurement and System Monitoring
- DV9N34 Engineering Communication
- DT4634 Materials Selection
- DT9X34 Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- F1YL34 Renewable Energy Systems: Overview of Energy Use
- H2VY34 Graded Unit 1
- F1YK34 Renewable Energy Systems: Microgeneration Systems
- DR1X34 CAD
- DR3M35 Design for Manufacture
- H7MB34 Engineering Mathematics 2
- H7K033 Engineering Mathematics 1
Year Two (HND)
- F1BV35 Engineering Systems Analysis: System Modelling and Control
- DG3D35 Business Awareness and Continuing Professional Development
- DT5T35 Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
- H7K234 Engineering Mathematics 3
- F1YN35 Renewable Energy Systems: Technology
- DV5J35 Project Management: Managing the Implementation of a Project
- H7K335 Engineering Mathematics 4
- H0ET 33 Engineering: Practical Skills
- F1E835 Graded Unit 2
- DN4A35 Utilisation of Electrical Energy in Buildings
- F1BY35 Principles of Safe Engineering Systems How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed on each unit
- Students are allowed two attempts at each assessment
- All units on the course are either pass or fail except for the Graded Units
- Graded Units are graded A, B or C based on performance.
- All units within the course must be achieved to gain the full award; those listed in Year 1 to gain the HNC, and those listed in Year 1 and Year 2 to gain the HND before gaining third-year entry into the BEng Energy and Environmental Engineering or mechanical engineering at Napier University.
- 3 days per week
Number of days per week
Entry requirements
- Two Highers (C or above) in Mathematics and Physics or another Engineering Science-based discipline.
Eligibility criteria for existing Edinburgh College students or students from other colleges:
- NC in Engineering or NC in Multi-Discipline Engineering (Level 6)
- Applicants with equivalent certificates are welcome to apply
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- This course will qualify you to apply for an undergraduate position at several universities
- Progression onto the second or third year at Edinburgh Napier University BEng Energy and Environmental Engineering or mechanical engineering courses.
Career options
- Technician level engineering posts
- Mechanical engineer
- Renewables engineer
- Systems engineer
- Apply to the Modern Apprenticeship Scheme
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Campus | Full time | 25/08/25 |
