The production and utilisation of energy have become a key global issue. Governments and industries are becoming more aware of balancing energy production and utilisation with the need to be environmentally conscious and energy efficient.
This degree programme addresses energy production, storage and utilisation, helping you to increase your understanding of the production and efficient use of conventional and renewable energy sources for power generation, and modern energy storage solutions, complemented with elements of energy economics. With DMU, you will develop a strong understanding of key principles in engineering, mechanics, electricals and electronics. Also, you’ll explore more specialised modules including Energy for Transport Applications and Low Carbon Energy Technology.
This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your employability and gain industry experience by undertaking an optional work placement. Recent placements have taken place at major companies such as Cummins, Network Rail and Caterpillar. DMU also places a strong focus on employability through industry relevant modules, covering topics such as policy and project management.
You can study Energy Engineering either as a three-year BEng (Hons) programme, or a four-year integrated Master’s MEng. At the end of year three, you have the option of graduating with a BEng (Hons) or continuing for a further year for a MEng, subject to meeting the progression requirements.
You may incur additional costs during your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.
De Montfort University has been ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 301-400 of worldwide universities for engineering and technology
Have the chance to progress to a vast range of career paths in production, utilisation, energy storage and management, design, research and development, environment control and policy making.
You will graduate with a range of transferable and problem-solving skills valued by employers in the energy sector.
The International Year Zero is the first year of the four year undergraduate course. IYZ is designed to help you gain extra skills in your subject area, as well as English Language, before you continue to year one of your chosen University undergraduate degree course.
Following successful completion of the IYZ, you will continue onto Year One of your degree directly with the University of your choice.
Learn more about International Year ZeroYou can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2022-23) | Tuition Fees (2023-24) |
| International Year Zero (IYZ) | From £13,400.00 | From ££13,400.00 |
| International Year One (IY1) | From ££15,995.00 | From ££15,995.00 |
| Pre-Master’s (PM) | From ££10,300.00 | From £10,300.00 |
| Pre-Top-UP (PTUP) | From £9,995.00 | From £9,995.00 |
| Please note: There is an additional £200 administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at the De Montford University. | ||
DMU offers international students a range of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships, for more information on how you can apply click here.
Oxford International offers a number of scholarship opportunities for students applying for an academic course under the Core Scholarship. The scholarships are targeted at different regions around the world, awards range from partial contribution towards tuition fees to awards covering part or full pathway course fees at the international college.
Please note you’ll have to apply for the Core Scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded. For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.
Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries please contact us.
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Leicester-based DMU brings the highest standards in education to an inclusive, international curriculum with over 170 accredited courses.
De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a diverse university boasting of the highest standards in academics, extracurricular activities, sport, study abroad programmes and great career paths.
In 2021, DMU was named the best university in the UK for our careers and employability service, at the National Undergraduate Employability Awards.
