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School of Engineering
Barry Fraser, MEng Mechanical and Offshore Engineering Graduate
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2nd in Scotland for overall student satisfaction in Engineering
We are committed to producing industry ready, highly employable, next generation engineers across a range of disciplines. You will have the ability to solve problems and undertake challenging and complex projects, to help improve our way of life. The combination of our wide range of academic expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry links, provides you with a wellrounded, practical education.
Situated in the energy capital of Europe, RGU is the perfect environment for your studies, with renewables, manufacturing and other engineering-related companies right on your doorstep. We work closely with local, national and international companies to ensure that we continue to meet the demands of employers and their changing industries. Throughout all years of study, you will be exposed to current practices and modern advances, as well as challenges facing the industry. We appreciate that it may be difficult for you to pinpoint right now the exact direction you wish to follow in your engineering studies and in your subsequent career. That is why we have made our courses as flexible as possible, allowing you to transfer onto another engineering course at various points during Years 1 and 2.
Our modern, purpose-built labs and facilities are equipped with the very latest engineering technologies, ensuring that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects, and enhance your learning experience. This includes an Engineering Applications Lab,
ROV Pool, Wind Tunnel and a
Wave Tank.
A strong indicator of the quality and relevance of our courses is our excellent record of accreditation from professional institutions. Accreditation means that our courses have passed stringent quality tests so that as a graduate, you will have the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a
Chartered Engineer (CEng), providing you with a competitive advantage. The fast-track MEng degree includes assessed placements as an integral part of the course. Recent placement partner companies have included Subsea 7, Score Energy, Leonardo S.p.A and
Total. All students are encouraged to undertake relevant work experience that will provide you with a valuable opportunity to put your learning into practice and enhance your employability. Our courses incorporate project work in every year of study. This provides you the opportunity to develop valuable skills including problem-solving, time management, communication and teamwork. These projects include sumo robots, land yachts, boxcar racing and the MATE ROV and Formula Student competitions. Not only will this help to develop your engineering abilities, but they are also great fun! Visit our projects page to see what exciting opportunities you will undertake: www.rgu.ac.uk/eng-projects
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AWARDS
The BEng (Hons) degree is a 4 year undergraduate course where upon completion, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering award. The MEng degree is an integrated Master’s course traditionally completed over a 5 year period. However, we do offer a fast-track option, where you can complete the course in 4 years. To complete the MEng in 4 years, you will take part in an industry placement over the summer months in Years 3 and 4, along with a block of advanced modules, which is hugely appealing to employers. You will graduate with a Master of Engineering award, which will equip you with the full academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. The SQA Higher entry requirements for the MEng courses are slightly higher at BBBB, compared to the BEng (Hons) courses that requires BBBC. The BEng (Hons) and MEng share the same first 4 years. The MEng programme will provide more advanced modules over the summer months of Years 3 and 4 for those that do the fast-track route, or in Year 5.
If you apply to a BEng (Hons) course and meet the required academic standards at the end of Year 2, you will be given the opportunity to transfer onto the MEng programme.
TRANSFERRING
CHARTERED ENGINEER
To achieve official Chartered Engineer status, you need to demonstrate the required professional abilities and commitment through education and work experience. Through education, you can achieve this via an accredited MEng course, an accredited BEng (Hons) course plus an appropriate Master’s degree, or an accredited BEng (Hons) course plus an approved Further Learning to Master’s Level. You must also be a member of a professional engineering institution (i.e.
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET),
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)). According to the Engineering Council, once you achieve Chartered Engineer status, you could improve your career prospects and achieve higher earnings.
ACCREDITATION
Most of our BEng (Hons) and MEng courses have been accredited by IMechE and/or IET under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK
Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). Our accredited courses will provide you with all the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer.
ENGINEERING ENTRY REQUIREMENTS *
MECHANICAL AND BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COURSE BENG (HONS) SQA Higher: BBBC (Maths & either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English & Biology at National 5 C if not held at Higher) GCE A Level: BCC (Maths & either Engineering, Physics, Design Technology or Electronics. GCSE English & Biology at grade 5 if not held at A Level) Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3 (Maths & either Physics or Technological Studies. English & Biology at grade O3 if not held at Higher) IB Diploma: 27 (Higher Level Maths & Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 & one at grade 5. English & Biology at Standard Level grade 4)
MENG SQA Higher: BBBB (Maths & either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English & Biology at National 5 C if not held at Higher) GCE A Level: BCC (Maths & either Engineering, Physics or Design & Technology. GCSE English & Biology at grade 5 if not held at A Level) Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H2H3H3 (Maths & either Physics or Technological Studies. English & Biology at grade O3 if not held at Higher) IB Diploma: 28 (Higher Level Maths & Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 & one at grade 5. English & Biology is required at a minimum of Standard Level grade 4)
ENGINEERING DESIGN BENG (HONS) SQA Higher: BBCC (Maths & either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 C if not held at Higher) GCE A Level: CCC (Maths & either Engineering, Physics, Design Technology or Electronics. GCSE English at grade 5 if not held at A Level) Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H3 (Maths & either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 if not held at Higher) IB Diploma: 26 (Higher Level Maths & Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 & one at grade 5. English at Standard Level grade 4) ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING COURSES BENG (HONS) SQA Higher: BBBC (Maths & either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 C if not held at Higher) GCE A Level: BCC (Maths & either Engineering, Physics, Design Technology or Electronics. GCSE English at grade 5 if not held at A Level) Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3 (Maths & either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 if not held at Higher) IB Diploma: 27 (Higher Level Maths & Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 & one at grade 5. English at Standard Level grade 4)
MENG SQA Higher: BBBB (Maths & either Engineering Science, Physics or Technological Studies. English at National 5 C if not held at Higher) GCE A Level: BCC (Maths at grade B & either Engineering, Physics or Design Technology. GCSE English at grade 5 if not held at A Level) Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H2H3H3 (Maths & either Physics or Technological Studies. English at grade O3 if not held at Higher) IB Diploma: 28 (Higher Level Maths & Physics, one of which must be at grade 6 & one at grade 5. English at Standard Level grade 4)
*Applicants whose first language is not English should check the relevant course page on our website for entry requirements.
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BEng (Hons) / MEng | UCAS Codes: BEng (Hons): H301; MEng: H304 BEng (Hons) and MEng (Fast-Track) 4 Years / MEng 5 Years
With huge advancements in technology, mechanical engineering is central to how a business stays competitive and an economy thrives. Embark on a career in an exciting and evolving industry, which opens a range of doors for you to be innovative and find practical solutions to worldwide problems.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ 2nd in Scotland for career prospects in
Engineering: Mechanical (Guardian
University Guide 2021) ■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with the relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including a Wind Tunnel, Wave Tank,
ROV Pool, Microcontroller Lab and
Engineering Applications Lab. These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ Years 1 and 2 of the Mechanical Engineering courses are common and you will make an informed decision at the end of Year 2 about which specialist route you wish to take. This provides you with the flexibility to switch courses from the one you originally applied for ■ The fast-track MEng course involves an industry placement over the summer months of Years 3 and 4 ■ The courses are accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). This means you will have the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), providing you with a competitive advantage when you graduate. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Professional Skills, Statics and Dynamics, Mathematics, Product Development, Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture, Thermofluids. YEAR 2 Introduction to Industrial Electronics, Mechanics of Solids, Thermofluids, Mechanical Engineering Design, Dynamics, Electrical Power, Mathematics. YEAR 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control, Environmental Engineering, Project Management, TeamWorking and Leadership, Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Renewable Energy Systems, Industrial Plant, Group Project. YEAR 3 (MEng fast-track only) Pre-Project Industrial Placement, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management. YEAR 4 Engineering Analysis, Control and Instrumentation, Honours Project, Failure Analysis, Honours Project, Plant Performance, Systems Engineering, Safety, Risk and Reliability Management. YEAR 4 (MEng fast-track only) Engineering Analysis, Post-Project Industrial Placement, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control. YEAR 5 (5 Year MEng only) Advanced Thermofluids, Group Project, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management, Engineering Analysis, Materials and Corrosion Science, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control.
WHAT OUR GRADUATES SAY
Graduation Story: Ashleigh Will
CAREER PROSPECTS Once you graduate, your degree will open many career opportunities. Our graduates are highly sought after and many gain employment in the global oil and gas industry, aerospace, transport, marine technology, health and bioengineering. These roles include a Senior Technical Engineer, Design Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Project Engineer, Contracts Manager and Principal Mechanical Engineer.
Mechanical and Offshore Engineering
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BEng (Hons) / MEng | UCAS Codes: BEng (Hons): H350; MEng: H351 BEng (Hons) and MEng (Fast-Track) 4 Years / MEng 5 Years
This course integrates the core aspects of the Mechanical Engineering course with a specialist discipline in Offshore Engineering. This course will prepare you with the skills needed to stand out in this highly competitive market.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ 2nd in Scotland for career prospects in Engineering:
Mechanical (Guardian University Guide 2021) ■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with the relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including a Wind Tunnel, Wave Tank,
ROV Pool and Engineering Applications Lab.
These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ Years 1 and 2 of the Mechanical Engineering courses are common and you will make an informed decision at the end of Year 2 about which specialist route you wish to take. This provides you with the flexibility to switch courses from the one you originally applied for ■ The fast-track MEng course involves an industry placement over the summer months of Years 3 and 4 ■ The courses are accredited by the
Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
This means you will have the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), providing you with a competitive advantage when you graduate. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Professional Skills, Statics and Dynamics, Mathematics, Product Development, Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture, Thermofluids. YEAR 2 Introduction to Industrial Electronics, Mechanics of Solids, Thermofluids, Mechanical Engineering Design, Dynamics, Electrical Power, Mathematics. YEAR 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control, Environmental Engineering, Project Management, Team-Working and Leadership, Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Offshore Engineering, Industrial Plant, Group Project. YEAR 3 (MEng fast-track only) Pre-Project Industrial Placement, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management. YEAR 4 Engineering Analysis, Control and Instrumentation, Oil and Gas Engineering, Honours Project, Plant Performance, Safety, Risk and Reliability Management. YEAR 4 (MEng fast-track only) Engineering Analysis, Post-Project Industrial Placement, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control. YEAR 5 (5 Year MEng only) Advanced Thermofluids, Group Project, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management, Engineering Analysis, Materials and Corrosion Science, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control.
CAREER PROSPECTS Our graduates are highly sought after and many gain employment in the global oil and gas industry in roles such as a Marine Engineer, Senior Well Engineer, Drilling Manager, Specialist Drilling Engineer, Petroleum Engineer, Rig Manager, Subsea Engineer and Business Analyst.
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
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BEng (Hons) / MEng | UCAS Codes: BEng (Hons): HH36; MEng: H300 BEng (Hons) and MEng (Fast-Track) 4 Years / MEng 5 Years
There is a high demand for engineers who have the knowledge of both the mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines. This degree will make you stand out from the crowd and provide you with an exciting and evolving career, finding innovative solutions to challenges faced by industry.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with the relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including an Electrical Power Lab,
Wave Tank, ROV Pool and Engineering
Applications Lab. These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ Years 1 and 2 of the Mechanical Engineering courses are common and you will make an informed decision at the end of Year 2 about which specialist route you wish to take. This provides you with the flexibility to switch courses from the one you originally applied for ■ The fast-track MEng course involves an industry placement over the summer months of Years 3 and 4 ■ The courses are accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the
Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET).
This means you will have the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), providing you with a competitive advantage when you graduate. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Professional Skills, Statics and Dynamics, Mathematics, Product Development, Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture, Thermofluids. YEAR 2 Introduction to Industrial Electronics, Mechanics of Solids, Thermofluids, Mechanical Engineering Design, Dynamics, Electrical Power, Mathematics. YEAR 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control, Electrical Machines and Drives, Project Management, Team-Working and Leadership, Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Power and Energy Systems, Industrial Plant, Group Project. YEAR 3 (MEng fast-track only) Pre-Project Industrial Placement, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management. YEAR 4 Engineering Analysis, Control and Instrumentation, Electrical Machines and Drives, Individual Project, Power Systems Analysis and Protection, Plant Performance, Safety, Risk and Reliability Management. YEAR 4 (MEng fast-track only) Engineering Analysis, Post-Project Industrial Placement, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control. YEAR 5 (5 Year MEng only) Advanced Thermofluids, Group Project, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management, Engineering Analysis, Materials and Corrosion Science, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control.
CAREER PROSPECTS Our graduates are highly sought after and many gain employment in the global oil and gas industry, aerospace, transport, marine technology, health and bioengineering. Graduate roles include a Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Design Engineer, Project Engineer and Risk and Safety Engineer.
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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BEng (Hons) / MEng | UCAS Codes: BEng (Hons): H606; MEng: H600 BEng (Hons) and MEng (Fast-Track) 4 Years / MEng 5 Years
Electronic and electrical engineering impacts almost every aspect of our lives. It is at the heart of how we connect the modern world, using cutting-edge technology to address major worldwide concerns. There is a growing industrial demand for qualified graduates who can create, enhance, improve and develop products that are more efficient, affordable and sustainable.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ 1st in Scotland for course satisfaction in
Engineering: Electronic and Electrical (Guardian
University Guide 2021) ■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with the relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including an Electrical Power Lab,
Microcontroller Lab and a Cisco Lab. These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ The fast-track MEng course involves an industry placement over the summer months of Years 3 and 4 ■ The courses are accredited by the Institute of
Engineering and Technology (IET). This means you will have the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), providing you with a competitive advantage when you graduate. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY *
YEAR 1 Professional Skills, Statics and Dynamics, Mathematics, Analogue Electronics and Signals, Digital Electronics and Microcontrollers, Product Development, Introduction to Electronic Engineering. YEAR 2 Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Engineering Design and Professional Development, Mathematics. YEAR 3 Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control, Electronics, Electrical Machines and Drives, Project Management, Group Project, Choose 2 option modules: Object Oriented Software Development or Electrical Power and Energy Systems, and Cisco CCNA Course: Introduction to Networks or Offshore Engineering. YEAR 3 (MEng fast-track only) Pre-Project Industrial Placement, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management. YEAR 4 Control and Signal Processing, Advanced Electronics, Individual Project, Advanced Digital System Design, Choose 2 option modules: Advanced Data Networks or Electrical Machines and Drives, and Renewable Energy Systems or Power System Analysis and Protection. YEAR 4 (MEng fast-track only) Advanced Signal Processing and Systems Analysis, Post-Project Industrial Placement, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control. YEAR 5 (5 Year MEng only) Real-Time Embedded Systems, Group Project, Principles of Asset Management, Advanced Signal Processing and Systems Analysis, Internet Security, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control. * Full list of module options at www.rgu.ac.uk/coursedb
CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates of the course have pursued careers in the development and operation of electronic and electrical systems in automotive systems, oil and gas engineering, power generation and utilisation, marine technology, consumer equipment and complex control systems for industry, as well as a range of opportunities in the telecommunications industries.
Sanaa Dawod, MEng Electronic and Electrical Graduate
Mechanical and Biomedical Technology
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BEng (Hons) / MEng | UCAS Codes: BEng (Hons): H3B1; MEng: H3B2 BEng (Hons) and MEng (Fast-Track) 4 Years
The biomedical technology sector is a rapidly expanding and exciting industry. This course will allow you to apply the mechanical engineering principles to solve challenges and meet the demands of the healthcare industry, through the development of technology; making improvements or discoveries that earlier generations could have never imagined.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ Teaching is emphasised by practical, hands-on, problem-based learning, built around real-world challenges ■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with the relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including a Human Performance Lab and an
Engineering Applications Lab. These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ Years 1 and 2 of the Mechanical Engineering courses are common and you will make an informed decision at the end of Year 2 about which specialist route you wish to take: Mechanical
Engineering, Mechanical and Offshore Engineering,
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or
Mechanical and Biomedical Technology. This provides you with the flexibility to switch courses from the one you originally applied for ■ The MEng course involves an industry placement over the summer months of Years 3 and 4. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Professional Skills for Biomedical Technology, Statics and Dynamics, Mathematics, Product Development, Introduction to Design, Materials and Manufacture, Thermofluids. YEAR 2 Introduction to Industrial Electronics, Mechanics of Solids, Thermofluids, Mechanical Engineering Design, Dynamics, Electrical Power, Mathematics. YEAR 3 Quality Assurance and Regulations for Industry, Introduction to Biomedical Technology, Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and Control, Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Group Biomedical Technology Project, Biomaterials, Fundamental Principles of Biomechanics. YEAR 3 (MEng fast-track only) Pre-Project Industrial Placement, Socially Responsible Management, Principles of Asset Management. YEAR 4 Engineering Analysis, Control and Instrumentation, Individual Project, Failure Analysis, Systems Engineering, Safety, Risk and Reliability Management, Biosensors. YEAR 4 (MEng fast-track only) Engineering Analysis, Post-Project Industrial Placement, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control.
CAREER PROSPECTS The medical device and life sciences industries are continually evolving, and there is currently a shortage of qualified graduates. The industry needs graduates who have an awareness of the relevant legislation, and the problem-solving skills and knowledge of an engineer, and this course will equip you with the competencies to meet this demand.
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BEng (Hons) | UCAS Code: H150 | 4 Years (Subject to validation)
This course has been developed to meet the growing demand of design engineers who can think creatively about challenges faced by industry, and develop innovative solutions to solve these challenges.
WHY STUDY THIS COURSE AT RGU?
■ 2nd in Scotland for overall student satisfaction in
Engineering (National Student Survey 2020) ■ The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to transform ideas into real, fully-functioning products. You will learn how to think creatively, while combining your technical engineering expertise, to enhance and improve how a business performs and operates ■ Our strong industry links and relationships have a major influence on our courses, ensuring you remain up-to-date with the latest industry trends and equipping you with relevant skills to lead to a successful career ■ You will benefit from exceptional teaching facilities including a Wave Tank, Engineering
Applications Lab and ROV Pool. These facilities ensure that you always have access to undertake industry-level projects and enhance your learning experience ■ The RGU Energy Transition Institute is in the process of establishing a Summer Work Experience
Partnership for BEng (Hons) students, which aims to provide paid employment over the summer months; typically for June, July and August. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY *
Modules subject to validation YEAR 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Design, Professional Skills, Product Development, Statics and Dynamics, Thermofluids, Engineering Materials. YEAR 2 Mathematics, Material Manufacturing Technology, Dynamics, Mechanical Engineering Design. YEAR 3 Mechanical Engineering Design, Advanced Manufacturing, Project Management, Engineering Management, Mathematics, Group Project. YEAR 4 Engineering Analysis, Design for Vibrations, Safety, Risk & Reliability Management, Digital Manufacturing, Individual Project. * Full list of module options at www.rgu.ac.uk/coursedb
CAREER PROSPECTS Become a successful and professional engineer across a wide range of careers including engineering design, manufacturing engineering, engineering operations management and engineering project management.
Alex Jasnoch, MEng Mechanical Engineering Graduate
