Study Engineering at UTS
Renewable energy engineering is a major within the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). As a student of this major, you will be uniquely positioned to help society transition to clean and sustainable energy solutions for a carbon-neutral future. You will discover the latest technology and learn the fundamentals of energy-efficient systems, battery storage, electric vehicles, green hydrogen and other emerging technologies.
With a degree in renewable energy engineering, you’ll draw on multidisciplinary engineering capabilities to meet the growing demand for clean energy and have the chance to make a real, global impact.
As an Australian student, you have the chance to apply for a Commonwealth Supported Place for this course. Find out if you meet the criteria and learn the steps to apply.
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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Renewable Energy)
CODE
UTS: C09066 (version 6)
CRICOS: 084098A
UAC: 603071 Renewable Energy (Autumn Session, Spring Session)
LOWEST SELECTION RANK
DURATION
4 years full time
8 years part time
INTAKE
Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026
COURSE FEES
LOCATION
City campus
What you’ll study
You will study the foundations of electrical engineering, physics of energy, renewable energy and power systems. The major includes studio-based learning opportunities where you can apply your knowledge and skills to design practical renewable energy solutions and technologies. You will also complete 12 weeks of industry experience to put your knowledge and skills into current climate scenarios, where you may have the opportunity to respond to clean and sustainable energy challenges.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
Subject Code Subject Name 68037 Physical Modelling33130 Mathematics 133230 Mathematics 248230 Introduction to Engineering Projects41200 Engineering Project Appraisal41201 Designing Sustainable Engineering Projects41202 Professional Engineering Communication41203 Collaboration in Complex Projects41035 Professional Practice Preparation 141055 Professional Experience Review
Typical course program
The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Renewable Energy Engineering based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact course may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.
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- 8
- 6 point core subjects
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- 20
- 6 point Renewable Energy Engineering major subjects
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- 4
- 6 point Civil and Environmental Engineering specialist subjects
or- 4
- 6 point Elective subjects
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- 2
- 6 point Professional Engineering Practice subjects
Course highlights
In this major, we teach you electrical engineering foundations so you can do more than just design future renewable projects You’ll also hone your practical skills and knowledge to connect renewable technologies and energy storage systems to current and emerging electricity grids.
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Industry accreditation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Renewable Energy Engineering are provisionally accredited with Engineers Australia, pending full accreditation, at the Graduate Professional Engineer level. The degree is recognised internationally by signatories to the Washington Accord.
Admissions information
Admissions information
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Entry schemes and pathways
UTS Early Entry program
If you've excelled in Year 11, our Early Entry program rewards the hard work you've put into your studies. Successful applicants receive a provisional offer before their HSC/IB exams.
Elite athletes and performers
If you're an elite athlete or performer who has represented your school or state at a national level, and your studies have been affected, this scheme is for you.
InpUTS
If you've experienced long-term disadvantages that have affected your education, you may be eligible for selection rank adjustments through inpUTS.
Completing a recognised TAFE or VET provider qualification
With a VET qualification, you're eligible to apply for certain courses. Take the next step in your education.
Jumbunna Admissions Program
If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.
Changing from another undergraduate course
You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.
Careers
Your future career
Our graduates have the skills needed for a successful career in the booming sustainable energy industry. Students are equipped to manage future smart energy grids and provide reliable and stable infrastructure to help nations transition towards a clean energy economy.
Career options
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Where you’ll study
Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.
Why UTS?
Why study Engineering at UTS
Engineers are pivotal in the technology revolution. With a degree in engineering at UTS, you'll learn the latest technical and leadership skills to solve practical industry challenges and address global issues.
Our degrees prioritise hands-on learning. With over 1000 partner companies to choose from, you'll have ample opportunities to apply innovative approaches to industry problems, studios and hackathons before you graduate.
11.7%
increase in engineering manager positions over the next five years.
Labour Market Insights 2021
$187,700
Median annual earnings as engineering managers.
Labour Market Insights 2021
Above world standard
for Engineering.
2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation
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