MSc Renewable Energy Flexible Training Programme (REFLEX )
REFLEX is accredited as further learning for CEng status by professional institutions (see below): Energy Institute; IMarEST; IMechE & IET
REFLEX is an innovative postgraduate programme in renewable energy offered by Newcastle University. First delivered in 2005, the programme offers MSc, Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate qualifications, delivered by a combination of distance learning and intensive schools. In addition, all modules are available as stand alone Continuing Professional Development (CPD) modules.
REFLEX provides a fully integrated training programme covering mechanical, electrical, chemical, marine engineering, geothermal energy, photovoltaics, policy, ethics and energy management associated with renewable energy systems.
Meeting the training needs of graduates, employers and industry.
REFLEX is designed to be highly flexible allowing students to study renewable energy either full-time or part-time, while continuing to work. Students can achieve recognised postgraduate qualifications from Newcastle University. The programme has been developed under the guidance of a Steering Committee, which includes representatives from: PB Power, NaREC, SMD Hydrovision, North Energy Associates, British Telecom; Sinclair Knight Merz; CE Electric; EDF Renewables; Mott MacDonald, & Northumberland Renewable Energy Group.
REFLEX can help employers to:
- Improve effectiveness and competitiveness
- Gain knowledge of new and advanced technologies
- Motivate and retain staff
Entry Requirement
The usual minimum entry requirement for the programme is an Honours degree in an engineering or cognate subject (2:II). Applications from those with other qualifications and experience will also be considered by the Academic Selector. Applicants from non-engineering backgrounds may be interested in Renewable Energy, Enterprise & Management.
Accreditation
Accreditation of engineering courses in the UK, as opposed to approval, is governed by the Engineering Council (EC) of the UK of which all the major UK professional engineering institutions are members. The ECUK policy on accreditation is defined in Specification for Professional Engineering Competencies (UK-SPEC) which came into effect in March 2004. Its implementation is delegated to the individual professional institutions.
Under UK-SPEC, to satisfy the academic requirements for becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng), an MEng degree (480 credits) is the minimum requirement. Whilst graduates with a BEng Honours degree (360 credits) may satisfy the academic requirements for corporate membership of their professional body, they will be required to complete the equivalent of a further one year of full-time study (120 credits) at master’s level to be eligible to become chartered. This additional academic component is referred to as ‘further learning’. Please check with the relevant professional body for further details.
2012-13 fees will be:
MSc EU/UK £6,000, Overseas £14,820
Diploma EU/UK £4,170 ; Overseas £10,050
Certificate EU/UK £2,085; Overseas £5,025
Individual module (10 credits) £1000
The Reflex schedule for 2012-13 is available here.
Reading List for Reflex/REEM
