MEng Renewable Energy Engineering
About this course
MEng in Renewable Energy Engineering is a chemical engineering degree centred on clean and renewable energy technologies. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Microelectronics, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, and Environmental Analysis. The programme is delivered on the Penryn campus in Cornwall and incorporates dedicated workshop and laboratory spaces for practical project work. The first year establishes engineering foundations through compulsory modules such as Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing, Multi-Disciplinary Group Challenge Project, Fundamentals of Mechanics, and Fundamentals of Electronics. The second year advances core knowledge with modules including Data, Signals and Systems, Electrical Energy Conversion and Transport, Applied Thermodynamics, and Renewable Energy Systems 1. The third year incorporates focused study through Network Engineering, Monitoring and Management, Renewable Energy Field Course, and Dissertation Project. Students can also tailor their studies by selecting from optional modules covering Marine Renewable Energy, Life Cycle Analysis, Wind Energy, Energy Storage Technology, Solar Power, and Sustainable Architecture.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB-ABB. Required subjects: B in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics and B in another science* subject (see below). *Accepted A-Level science subjects include: Biology/Human Biology^; Chemistry; Computing; Design and Technology; Economics; Electronics; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths^; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Statistics. IB: 34/665-32/655.
What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 67%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 76%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 55%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 15%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 25%
- South East: 28%
- South West: 22%
- Wales: 5%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Foundation course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Energy Institute (EI) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing
- Multi-Disciplinary Group Challenge Project
- Fundamentals of Mechanics
- Fundamentals of Materials
- Fundamentals of Electronics
- Fundamentals of Engineering
- Data, Signals and Systems
- Electrical Energy Conversion and Transport
- Applied Thermodynamics
- Renewable Energy Systems 1
- Energy Policy, Markets and Law
- Energy Management and Building Systems
- Fluid Mechanics
- Discipline Group Challenge Project
- Network Engineering, Monitoring and Management
- Renewable Energy Field Course
- Dissertation Project
- Marine Renewable Energy
- Life Cycle Analysis
- Wind Energy
- Energy Storage Technology
- Solar Power
- Sustainable Architecture
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £32,500 after 3 years, £42,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £34,500 and £54,000. The £42,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Chemical, process and energy engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 161 UCAS points.
Is MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Energy Institute (EI) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MEng Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Exeter?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.