About Msc Renewable Energy Engineering in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
MSc Renewable Energy Engineering is a specialist course in the rapidly expanding sector, which approaches the subject with a clear engineering focus.
The course is aimed at students wishing to develop critical understanding of the significant changes afoot in the energy system due to the development and integration of wind, marine, biomass and solar technologies. The course will enable graduates to develop and implement creative solutions to the problems encountered in renewable energy capture, conversion, storage and management.
Entry requirements
- A first or second class honours degree in a suitable subject with a numerate background. Equivalent overseas qualifications will also be considered.
Heriot-Watt University Highlights
| Year of Establishment |
1821 |
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Suburban |
| Establishment Year |
1966 |
| Endowment |
£8.9 million |
| Total Enrolment |
30,000+ |
| Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
| Graduate job rate |
80% |
Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
| Expenses |
Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
| Hall Fees |
£500- £735 |
| Food/Toiletries/Laundry |
£175 |
| Social |
£140 |
| Mobile Phone |
£25 |
| Books and Equipment |
May vary |
| Travel |
£1.80/per bus ticket |
| Total |
£865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
