FdEng Energy Engineering

64 UCAS points in Engineering, Maths and/or Science disciplines.

Once your application has been reviewed, you may be invited to attend an interview at Newcastle College University Centre.    

If you are a current Newcastle College student and successfully meet the published Level 3 entry criteria in an appropriate subject[s], you will be guaranteed a place on this course.

Applicants are normally expected to have achieved grade 4 (C) or higher in GCSE Maths and English Language or the Level 2 equivalence (i.e. Functional Skills or Adult Literacy/Numeracy).      

Applicants must also be employed in industry at the time of enrolment. Mature students (age 21) will be considered only on the basis of relevant industry experience.

Applicants for whom English Language is not their first language are expected to achieve a minimum IELTS Score of 6.0 or the nationally recognised equivalent.

At Newcastle College University Centre we welcome applications from students studying new T-Level qualifications.

Further details on our entry requirements can be found here.

Upon successful completion of this course you will gain a Foundation Degree in Energy Engineering.

Year One

• Academic Study Skills
• Engineering Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Technical Drawing for Engineers
• Sustainable Maintenance Principles
• Operation of Equipment
• Personal Development
• Work Related Learning

Optional Year One Modules

• Introduction to Green Energy and Sustainability
• Introduction to Subsea and Offshore Engineering

Year Two

• Advanced Engineering Mathematics
• Thermodynamics and Energy Transfer
• Fluid Power Systems
• Professional Development
• Work-Based Learning

Optional Year Two Modules

• Thermodynamics and Energy Transfer
• Power Transmission Systems
• Wind Turbine Design
• Pipe Design and Fluid Dynamics
• Manufacturing Systems
• Subsea Systems and Design

• Group work 
• Lectures
• Workshops
• Seminars

• Debates
• Interviews
• Practical assessments
• Coursework
• Presentations

Previous students have worked on wind farm feasibility project with multinational electric utility company, Engie.

Upon successful completion of this degree you can progress onto the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering (Top-Up) at the Energy Academy, the BSc (Hons) Engineering Management (Top-Up), the final year of BEng (Hons) Electrical Electronic Engineering or the final year of BEng (Hons) Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering with Newcastle College University Centre. You may also choose to enter the industry as a junior manager or technician.

Tuition fees vary depending on the course and mode of study. Read more about tuition fees and financial support.

Fees for international students vary depending on the course. Find out more about international fees and payments.

It's important that you know what your tuition fee includes and what other costs you'll need to plan for. Read what your fee includes here.