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Undergraduate Courses

Energy - Undergraduate

Situated in the energy capital of Europe, we work closely with local, national and international companies to ensure our courses continue to meet the demands of employers and their changing industries.

We offer a range of demand-driven, innovative and quality assured courses that will prepare you for the world of work. Experience practical, industry-led learning and teaching at RGU, we are here to support you and your career ambitions.

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The BEng (Hons) Engineering Design course at Robert Gordon University has been developed due to industry demand. There is a need for design engineers who can think creatively about challenges faced by industry and develop innovative solutions to solve these challenges.

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Combine mechanical and electrical engineering to develop the multidisciplinary skills behind modern intelligent technologies. From mechatronics and automation to electrical machines and control systems, you will learn how mechanical and electrical technologies work together to create innovative solutions for an increasingly connected and electrified world.

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Apply mechanical engineering to the challenging world of offshore and energy systems. Combining mechanical engineering with specialist study of offshore structures, hydrodynamics, drilling and production, this course prepares you to design, analyse and support engineering systems operating in some of the world's most demanding environments.

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Combine mechanical and electrical engineering to develop the multidisciplinary skills behind modern intelligent technologies. From mechatronics and automation to electrical machines and control systems, you will learn how mechanical and electrical technologies work together to create innovative solutions for an increasingly connected and electrified world.

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The mission of achieving the Net Zero target worldwide is changing the way we live and transforming the energy industry. This will result in significant demand for renewable energy engineers. On this course you will develop the comprehensive knowledge, technical and transferable skills, and creativity required by employers in the global renewable energy industry.

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Designed for ambitious maritime professionals, the BSc Maritime Studies has been developed to support students to a degree qualification. The course recognises the practical experience of cadets and supports them on their student journey to gain a degree. The course consists of 120 SCQF level credits at level 9.

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Energy Data Management with Business Analytics is the first course in the world to bring together asset data management across multiple arms of the bulk power generation sector; specifically, wind, oil and gas and nuclear. The inclusion of Business Analytics further enhances the employability of data managers across the sector.

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Are you interested in transforming innovative ideas into practical products and systems? The MEng Engineering Design course will equip you with the essential design capabilities and manufacturing expertise to succeed across diverse engineering sectors.  

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Develop advanced expertise in the integration of mechanical, electrical and intelligent technologies. This integrated master's course combines mechatronics, electrical machines, advanced control and smart engineering, preparing you to design sophisticated multidisciplinary systems and contribute to the next generation of automated, electrified and intelligent technologies.

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Combine advanced mechanical engineering with specialist offshore expertise to tackle complex challenges in offshore and energy industries. Develop your knowledge of offshore structures, hydrodynamics, drilling and production alongside advanced engineering analysis, preparing you for professional roles involving demanding offshore, subsea and energy systems.

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Take your mechanical engineering expertise to an advanced level with an integrated master's degree combining engineering science, advanced analysis and emerging technologies. Develop the technical depth, professional judgement and leadership skills to tackle complex engineering challenges and progress towards a career as a professional engineer.

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The MEng Renewable Energy Engineering degree is designed to create future-proof professional engineers who can tackle existing and future engineering challenges and transform the renewable energy industry. Graduates from this course will be equipped with the comprehensive knowledge, technical and transferable skills and creativity required by the global renewable energy industry.

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Accelerate your career with the MBA Essentials PgCert, a flexible and accessible entry point into advanced management education. Designed for working professionals, it develops core strategic, analytical, and leadership capabilities to support progression into senior roles. Gain practical skills, confidence, and a recognised qualification in under one year.