FDSc Foundation Degree in Renewable Energy and Technologies FdSc
Hull College

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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This programme offers students the chance to delve into various renewable technologies gaining practical experience with equipment such as wind turbine dynamics, hydroelectric training rigs, wave energy units, geothermal units and solar hydrogen cycle trainers.The curriculum includes health and safety, community engagement, and economics, offering a comprehensive understanding. The growth of renewable energy in Kingston upon Hull and the Humber region presents job opportunities, with 10,000 ...Read more

This programme offers students the chance to delve into various renewable technologies gaining practical experience with equipment such as wind turbine dynamics, hydroelectric training rigs, wave energy units, geothermal units and solar hydrogen cycle trainers.The curriculum includes health and safety, community engagement, and economics, offering a comprehensive understanding. The growth of renewable energy in Kingston upon Hull and the Humber region presents job opportunities, with 10,000 jobs projected by 2030 due to a £15 billion investment. This aligns with sustainability and creates economic benefits.We’re preparing the next generation of energy and renewables engineers to take on one of the most pressing issues facing society – the future security of our energy supply. On this course you’ll explore the generation, transmission, storage and uses of renewable energies, ready to pursue a rewarding and sustainable career in this evolving field.As scientists make dire predictions about the catastrophic impact that climate change is likely to have on future generations, governments and industries are urgently seeking new ways of powering our homes, cities and economies without devastating our world. Modules within the programmeLevel 4 - 1st Year
• Research and Study Skills
• Understanding Decarbonisation
• An Introduction to Renewable Energy Technologies
• Wind and Hydro Engineering
• The Fundamentals of Energy
• Health and Safety in the Energy SectorLevel 5 - 2nd Year
• Policy Government and Sustainability
• Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
• Solar, Biomass and Storage Engineering
• The Economics of Renewable Energy
• Energy Project Management
• Professional Development

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80 Grades / Points required

A grade 4 or equivalent in GCSE mathematics is required.The College encourages applications from those who lack formal academic qualifications consideration will be given to those applicants with relevant experience within a related sector.

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England

£6,950 per year

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Students from England

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£6,950 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£6,950 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£6,950 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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Hull College
Queen's Gardens Hull Kingston Upon Hull HU1 3DG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hull Paragon Interchange  0.4 miles away
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