Overview
An EngD is a four year research degree awarded for industrially relevant research, the degree provides a more vocationally oriented approach to obtaining a doctorate in engineering commensurate with that of a PhD.
Led by the University of Exeter at its Cornwall Campus and based at the University of Edinburgh, this EngD programme is delivered through a partnership with the universities of Edinburgh, Strathclyde and Exeter together with the Scottish Association for Marine Science and HR-Wallingford.
The Offshore Renewable Energy programme from The University of Exeter will allow you to receive postgraduate-level technical and transferable skills training at three leading UK universities in the renewable energy research field together with the Scottish Association for Marine Science and HRWallingford. This university and industry collaboration forms the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), RCUK Energy programme/ETI-funded Industrial Doctorate Centre in Offshore Renewable Energy (IDCORE).
This degree is professionally accredited under licence from the Engineering Council. Visit the Professional accreditation tab for further information.
Careers
During the EngD programme, students will be undertaking a project that tackles a genuine commercial problem in a real-world environment. This kind of broad training, alongside the development of research and commercial skills, will make EngD students extremely employable.
Research Engineers will spend 75% of the time throughout their project in industry, thereby developing successful networks and contacts for future employment.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cross-disciplinary Engineering Science
- Hydrodynamics of Offshore Renewable Energy Devices
- Electromechanical & Electronic Energy Conversion Systems
- Marine Renewable Resource Assessment
- Economics Tools for Offshore Renewables
- Marine Operations, Condition Monitoring and Reliability
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Most subject areas do no have specific deadlines for applications, though the majority of students start in September.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Energy & Power Engineering Sustainable Energy View 15 other PhDs in Energy & Power Engineering in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should have, or expect to receive a first class honours degree or an international equivalent. Students with an upper second class degree and a subsequent MSc degree will also be considered. It is expected that candidates will have a good understanding of one or more branches of science or engineering and at least some relevant research experience. Equivalents to UK qualifications - this link takes you to a page in the University of Edinburgh website.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate enthusiasm, creativity, resourcefulness and a mature approach to learning
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Exeter
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.