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BEng (Hons) Sustainable Engineering

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Loughborough College is excited to be able to offer our new BEng (Hons) degree in Sustainable Engineering validated and awarded by Loughborough University. This is a prestigious opportunity to study for a degree awarded by one of the premier engineering universities in the supportive environment of Loughborough College.

Key Details

Start dates:
September 2025
Level:
6
Mode of Attendance:
Full Time (FT)
Duration:
3 Years
UCAS Code:
H500
College Code:
NFK2111

Course Content

The degree will cover all the fundamental principles of mechanical and electrical/electronic engineering, with each aspect – ranging from fluid mechanics and thermodynamics to power transmission and microcontrollers – being focused on the impact of products, systems and processes on the environment and on making those products (and their manufacture, packaging and distribution) more sustainable. The latter stages of the course will cover cutting-edge 21st century technologies – smart materials, smart manufacturing, Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, simulation and virtualisation – mainly through problem-based learning.

Modules

Year 1:

  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Sustainable Engineering Design
  • Fundamental Professional Skills: CAD and Programming
  • Mechanical Principles
  • Electrical Principles
  • Electronic Principles

Year 2:

  • Power Electronics
  • Smart Materials
  • Automation, Robotics and Mechatronics
  • Renewable Energy
  • Virtual Engineering and Simulation and Project Management
  • Enterprise and Innovation

Year 3:

  • Systems and Control
  • Smart Manufacturing
  • Smart Energy Networks
  • Sustainability and Environmental Engineering
  • Independent Project

Entry Requirements

96 UCAS tariff points.

CCC at A Level (including Maths or Physics) or MMM in an Engineering related BTEC (including Further Maths).

GCSE Maths and English Grade C level 4, GCSE Science/physics or chemistry Grade C or level 4

Progression Opportunities

Graduates will not only be skilled in the design of sustainable products, systems and processes but they will also be skilled in developing their own knowledge, essential for employment in the rapidly changing technological workplace.

Course Costs

Programme Costs (Per Year):

Full Time (FT):

UK/EU Residents: £9,220.00

Non EU: £12,500.00

The fees and information stated on this page are for the 2024/25 academic year and may change for the 2025/26 academic year. We will update fee and course information for 2025/26 as soon as it is available.

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Find out more about the course costs and Financial Support available, or contact our Undergraduate Admission Team for more information.

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