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Foundation Degree in Engineering - FdEng
Energy Engineering
Newcastle College University Centre
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Energy Engineering course at Newcastle College University Centre.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
C,C
Engineering/Mathematics and/or Science disciplines.
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: H221
Here's what Newcastle College University Centre says about its Energy Engineering course.
The £250m investment in the wind sector is set to triple the number of jobs by 2030. To help meet this demand, this Energy Engineering degree aims to produce multi-skilled work-ready graduates who are able to make an impact within the energy sector. The only one of its kind in the North East and taught from our specialist Energy Academy, you will develop core hand-tool skills and become knowledgeable in solar, geothermal, hydro and tidal power. Supported by Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, Royal IHC, Subsea North East and Port Training Services, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the industry whilst also having access to a working wind turbine. Whilst studying this Energy Engineering degree you will gain additional experience of working at height and sea survival, with our partners Port Training Services (PTS). Previous students have also worked on a wind farm feasibility project with multinational electric utility company, Engie. On successful completion of this degree you can progress onto the BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering (Top-Up) at the Energy Academy, the BSc (Hons) Engineering Management (Top-Up), the final year of BEng (Hons) Electrical Electronic Engineering or the final year of BEng (Hons) Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering with Newcastle College University Centre. You may also choose to enter the industry as a junior manager or technician.
Source: Newcastle College University Centre
Course details
Qualification
Foundation Degree in Engineering - FdEng
Department
Energy
Location
Main Site | Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Energy engineering
Start date
7 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
Year One: Academic Study Skills • Engineering Mathematics • Engineering Science • Technical Drawing for Engineers • Sustainable Maintenance Principles • Operation of Equipment • Personal Development • Work Related Learning. Optional Year One modules: • Introduction to Green Energy and Sustainability • Introduction to Subsea and Offshore Engineering. Year Two: Year Two • Advanced Engineering Mathematics • Project Management Principles • Fluid Power Systems • Professional Development • Work-Based Learning. Optional Year Two modules: • Thermodynamics and Energy Transfer • Power Transmission Systems • Wind Turbine Design • Pipe Design and Fluid Dynamics • Manufacturing Systems • Subsea Systems and Design.
How you will be assessed
The course will be delivered on a full-time basis and students are expected to attend lessons at the Energy Academy. The course consists of two years, each year having two semesters: Semester 1 (September – January); Semester 2 (January – June). The programme comprises 240 credits over 2 years, split equally at 120 credits per year.
Newcastle College University Centre student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Newcastle College University Centre
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Newcastle College University Centre students who took the Energy Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
high
Teaching on my course
89%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
93%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
83%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
88%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
79%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
79%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
93%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
95%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
86%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
93%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
84%
high
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
68%
low
Organisation and management
68%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
70%
low
How well organised is your course?
67%
med
Learning resources
79%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
68%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
79%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
76%
med
Student voice
76%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
79%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
93%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
82%
med
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Newcastle College University Centre graduates who took Energy Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
80%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
40%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
20%
Engineering professionals
20%
Skilled trades occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Newcastle College University Centre graduates who took Energy Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£30.7k
First year after graduation
£29.6k
Third year after graduation
£37k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Energy Engineering.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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