Energy and Sustainability Engineering

Energy and sustainability engineering addresses one of the defining challenges of the twenty-first century: how to power a modern civilisation without destroying the ecological systems on which it depends. This discipline brings together engineering principles with an understanding of energy systems, renewable technologies, and the regulatory and economic frameworks through which the transition to a greener economy is being managed. It asks how energy is generated, stored, distributed, and used; how existing systems can be made more efficient; and how new technologies, from solar and wind to hydrogen and smart grids, can be integrated into reliable, affordable, and low-carbon energy networks.

At City St George's, University of London, this three-year, full-time BEng degree gives you the scientific and technical foundation to understand, design, and manage cleaner and more efficient energy systems. You will learn to investigate current energy challenges and propose new solutions using renewable and sustainable resources, developing engineering design skills alongside an understanding of the regulatory frameworks within which real energy projects must operate. The programme includes a sandwich year, providing a substantial professional placement in an energy, engineering, or sustainability organisation, and work placements are embedded throughout the course to develop your professional competence alongside your academic learning.

A typical entry tariff of 104 points reflects the programme's accessibility for students with appropriate scientific preparation.

Graduates of energy and sustainability engineering degrees are in high demand as the energy sector undergoes rapid transformation. Career destinations include roles in renewable energy companies, engineering consultancies, infrastructure and utilities organisations, government energy agencies, and international development organisations working on energy access and sustainability. Postgraduate study in energy engineering, sustainable systems, or a specialist technical area is a common route for those seeking to develop advanced expertise or move into research and management roles.