Renewable Energy Flexible Training Programme (REFLEX) MSc; PGDip; PGCert; Continuing Professional Development (CPD) modules
MSc: 12 months full time; 60 months maximum part time
PGDip: 12 months full time; 60 months maximum part time
PGCert: 6 months min
Fees
Fees per academic year 2013-14
UK and EU: full time MSc £6,000; PGDip £4,170; PGCert £2,085 part time MSc £3,250; PGCert £2,085
International: full time MSc £15,250; PGDip £10,335 PGCert £5,170
More information is available about tuition fees and discounts.
Programme Overview
This programme, approved by the Energy Institute, The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST), The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), is specifically designed to meet the needs of an expanding and developing renewable energy industry. It aims to ensure you receive a comprehensive understanding of the complete renewable energy technology industry and provides fully integrated training in mechanical, electrical, chemical, marine/offshore engineering; photovoltaics and; geothermal energy and economics and policy.
+Modules
For the MSc you take 12 compulsory modules and a research project and dissertation. For the Diploma you take nine modules and a research project and report. For the Certificate you take six modules.
Each module is delivered by a combination of distance learning and a one-week intensive school. Each module offered is also designed as a stand-alone CPD module.
Find out more detailed information about the programme modules.
Further course information including reading lists and the programme schedule is available on the School website.
+Entrance Requirements
A second-class Honours degree or equivalent.
Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 90 (Internet-based), or equivalent.
Our INTO Newcastle University Centre can provide extra tuition to help you meet the University's English language requirements.
The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has rules for international students regarding minimum English language requirements.
+Scholarships and Other Sources of Funding
International Students, consult your own government for funding. The University offers International Scholarships, and there are funding opportunities by external organisations available.
Students should consult their employers for sponsorship opportunities.
+How to Apply
Visit our postgraduate application site.
There is no closing date for this programme. However, international students applying for September 2013 entry should apply by Friday 12 July 2013 to ensure that they have time to put appropriate arrangements in place.
Please note: As a formal condition of the offer to study at Newcastle University, students from outside the UK/EU are required to pay a deposit of £1,500 or submit an official letter of sponsorship for their chosen programme. The deposit payment is non refundable, but will be deducted from tuition fees upon registration.
+Further Information
For further information please contact:
School of Mechanical and Systems Engineering
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 222 3680
E-mail: reem-reflex@ncl.ac.uk
Subject Overview
This programme is within the subject area of Energy.
