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Foundation Degree in Renewable Energy and Technologies
- FdSc
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
This programme offers students the chance to delve into various renewable technologies gaining practical experience with equipment such as wind turbine dynamics, hydroelectric training rigs, wave energy units, geothermal units and solar hydrogen cycle trainers.
The curriculum includes health and safety, community engagement, and economics, offering a comprehensive understanding. The growth of renewable energy in Kingston upon Hull and the Humber region presents job opportunities, with 10,000 jobs projected by 2030 due to a £15 billion investment. This aligns with sustainability and creates economic benefits.
We’re preparing the next generation of energy and renewables engineers to take on one of the most pressing issues facing society – the future security of our energy supply. On this course you’ll explore the generation, transmission, storage and uses of renewable energies, ready to pursue a rewarding and sustainable career in this evolving field.
As scientists make dire predictions about the catastrophic impact that climate change is likely to have on future generations, governments and industries are urgently seeking new ways of powering our homes, cities and economies without devastating our world.
Modules within the programme
Level 4 - 1st Year
• Research and Study Skills
• Understanding Decarbonisation
• An Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies
• Wind and Hydro Engineering
• The Fundamentals of Energy
• Health and Safety in the Energy Sector
Level 5 - 2nd Year
• Policy Government and Sustainability
• Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
• Solar, Biomass and Storage Engineering
• The Economics of Renewable Energy
• Energy Project Management
• Professional Development
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- REAT
- Institution code:
- H73
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Please apply directly to the college
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
A grade 4 or equivalent in GCSE mathematics is required.
The College encourages applications from those who lack formal academic qualifications
consideration will be given to those applicants with relevant experience within a related
sector.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £6950 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6950 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6950 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Hull College
Queen's Gardens
Wilberforce Drive
Hull
HU1 3DG
Course contact details
Course Enquiries
Email:info@hull-college.ac.uk
Phone:01482 598744
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