Overview

In the Mechanical Engineering and Energy Engineering degree at Heriot-Watt University, you will learn to take responsibility for decision-making in areas related to energy and the environment. Building on a sound engineering foundation, you will be introduced to specialist energy topics as well as environmental impact assessment and management.

Facilities

The University has recently invested £19m in the development of The Global Research Innovation and Discovery Centre (GRID) on our Edinburgh campus.

The mechanical engineering discipline is one of the major stakeholders in this new building, utilising it to provide students with lab-based practical activities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mechanics, Fields and Forces

Mechanical Engineering in Context

Mathematics for Engineering and Scientists

Design and Manufacture

Fluid Mechanics

Mechanics of Materials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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63

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering Energy Engineering View 48 other Bachelors in Energy Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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63

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Highers BBBC (over two sittings). Must include Maths and one of Physics or Engineering Science, with both required subjects achieved at B.
A-Levels BCC. Must include Maths and Physics, with one required subject achieved at B.
International Baccalaureate 29 points. Must include Maths and Physics, with both achieved at Higher Level 5.
BTEC Extended Diploma DMM. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics.
HNC B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNCs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.
HND BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant Engineering subject including sufficient Maths and Physics. All HNDs must include Engineering Maths 1 and one of Engineering Maths 2 or 3.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

25808 GBP / year

≈ 25808 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

Scotland - Paid by SAAS
England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland - £9,790/ year

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Additional Details

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