SCHOOL OF engineering
UNDERGRADUATE COURSE GUIDE 2015
Top UNIVERSITY for
graduate employment
97.7% of students graduating
from RGU with their first
degree in 2011/12 were in
employment or undertaking
further study within 6 months.
HESA (Higher Education
Statistics Agency), 2013
CONTENTS
THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
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WHY STUDY ENGINEERING?
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WHY BE AN ENGINEER?
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WHAT TYPE OF ENGINEER ARE YOU?
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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HOW YOU WILL LEARN
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WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
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SCHOLARSHIPS 22
PLACEMENTS
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STUDY OPTIONS
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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TALK TO US
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SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
An Engineering degree is a well recognised springboard
to a range of high-profile careers in many aspects of
business and industry. The School of Engineering
is situated in Aberdeen, the energy capital of
Europe. This is the perfect environment for
your engineering studies, with oil and gas,
renewables and engineering-related
industries right on your doorstep.
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INDUSTRY FOCUSED
and PROFESSIONAL
We work closely with local, national and
international companies to ensure that we
continue to provide professional learning that
meets the demands of employers. The result is
an impressive suite of degree programmes at
all levels.
The School of Engineering staff boasts a
very wide range of expertise, reflected in the
portfolio of innovative degree programmes
offered by the School.
Engineering at RGU means transforming
today’s technology for tomorrow’s world.
Our Courses
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Mechanical Engineering
MEng UCAS H304 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H301
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Mechanical and Offshore Engineering
MEng UCAS H351 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H350
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Mechanical and Electrical Engineering MEng UCAS H300 and BEng (Hons) UCAS HH36
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Electronic and Electrical Engineering
MEng UCAS H600 and BEng (Hons) UCAS H606
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WHY STUDY engineering AT
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY?
The School of Engineering is based in
Aberdeen, the energy capital of Europe.
This is the perfect environment for your
engineering studies, with oil and gas,
renewables and engineering-related
industries right on your doorstep.
We appreciate that it may be difficult for you to
pinpoint right now the exact direction you wish
to follow in your studies and in your subsequent
career. That’s why we have made our
undergraduate course programmes as flexible as
possible, to allow you to choose the right
direction for you in engineering. The courses are
structured in such a way during semester 1 to
enable you to easily transfer within the
engineering disciplines by semester 2 of year 1.
In addition, we have a proven track record of
working in collaboration with industry and have
established strong relationships with employers.
As a result, many companies offer our students
placements and scholarships, which often lead
to employment upon graduation. Working with
our partners in industry, we have a dedicated
Faculty Placement Office which has many years’
experience of finding work-placements for
our students.
RGU graduates don’t just get jobs they
get good ones, with 84.9% securing jobs
commensurate with their qualifications.
The Sunday Times 2011
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“As part of my studies we heard from lots of external
industry experts who gave us an insight into the
practical applications of what we were studying. The
ability to do a large amount of practical work, even
extending beyond the electronics industry, gave me
a wider understanding of industry requirements and
challenges. During my career I have often reflected
back to what I learnt and it still helps me in my
day-to-day role.”
Richard Moir
Technical Director Cisco Systems Ltd
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THE PROFESSIONAL
AACLEAR
CLEAR
UNIVERSITY
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WHY BE An engineer?
Professional engineering is about resolving
complex problems and challenges and
designing the essential products, services
and processes that we all use every day.
From energy and electrical, to mechanical
and computer, engineering is a springboard
to a vast range of careers that are not only
rewarding, but well paid too.
As an Engineer, you’ll apply science to solve
practical problems and undertake
challenging and complex projects; you’ll
discover new ways to do things innovatively
and efficiently.
You can choose to work in any number of
industries from the oil industry to
aerospace to renewable energy and
beyond! What’s more, engineers are well
paid and are currently in short supply,
meaning employment opportunities once
you graduate are excellent.
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“My Engineering degree provided
the solid foundation from which I
was able to launch my career.”
Graduate, Melissa Clare became the
first woman (at the age of 30) to take
charge of a North Sea oil rig.
We are the Top University in
the UK for Graduate Employment.
HESA, 2013
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WHAT TYPE OF ENGINEER ARE YOU?
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MEng UCAS H304
BEng (Hons) UCAS H301
This is the course for you if you want a broadbased and well recognised engineering
qualification that will allow you to enter almost
any engineering field. Mechanical engineers
design, develop, construct, operate and maintain
just about anything that has moveable parts, from
small components to jet engines and oil rigs.
In years 1 and 2 you will focus on the
fundamental principles of Mechanical
Engineering such as the design process,
product development and materials selection,
dynamics, statics, fluids and thermodynamics.
In years 3 and 4, you will progress to more
specialised study including:
Failure Analysis: material properties, complex
stress systems, failure due to fatigue and creep,
testing and monitoring techniques.
Systems Engineering: process management,
heat exchangers, pipes and pressure vessels.
Environmental Engineering: pollution
distribution and control, waste water
management.
Renewable Energy Systems: solar, wind,
wave, tidal, biomass, hydro power systems.
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MECHANICAL AND
OFFSHORE ENGINEERING
MEng UCAS H351
BEng (Hons) UCAS H350
Do you want to work in the thriving global
offshore industry? This course will provide you
with the vital stepping-stone needed to work
within this exciting and rewarding sector.
In order to learn the principles and fundamentals
of Mechanical Engineering, you will follow the
same years 1 and 2 as the Mechanical
Engineering course.
In year 3 you will begin to study modules
specifically relating to the Offshore Engineering
specialism. This study includes oil and gas
exploration and recovery, platform design,
pipelines, down-hole instrumentation and
energy transformation.
Offshore Engineering: how an offshore well is
drilled, wave loading on a drilling rig and what
the development options are for offshore oil and
gas fields.
Oil and Gas Engineering A: the offshore
environment, corrosion control techniques,
drilling fluids and drilling-related risk assessment.
Oil and Gas Engineering B: using exploration
data, drilling fluids and reservoir properties and
hydrocarbon management.
MECHANICAL AND
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ELECTRONIC AND
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
MEng UCAS H300
BEng (Hons) UCAS HH36
MEng UCAS H600
BEng (Hons) UCAS H606
There is a growing industry demand for
engineers who have an understanding of both
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, and are
able to apply this knowledge to the design and
development of products and systems. In order
to learn the principles and fundamentals of
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, you will
follow the same years 1 and 2 as the Mechanical
Engineering course.
If you are interested in key advances in
technology in areas as diverse as mobile phones,
the application of computer technologies,
aerospace and power generation, this is the
course for you. You will study the development
and use of a wide range of circuits and systems
which are vital to the success of many industries.
In years 3 and 4 you will study more
specialised modules relating to Mechanical
and Electrical Engineering.
Electrical Machines and Drives 1:
the use of 3-phase induction motors and
DC drive systems.
Electrical Power and Energy Systems:
synchronous power generation, control
and supply.
Electrical Machines and Drives 2:
analysis of 2-phase induction and synchronous
motors and drives, simulation techniques for
AC machines.
Power Systems Analysis and Protection:
analyse and simulate power system stability and
protection mechanisms, evaluate the economic
generation of electrical power.
In years 1 and 2 you will study the fundamentals
of Electrical and Electronic Engineering such as
electronic devices and circuits, computer
hardware and software, telecommunications and
microcontrollers.
In years 3 and 4 you will specialise in two of the
following areas:
Electronics: designing analogue and digital
circuitry for applications including robots.
Electrical Engineering: electrical systems,
electrical power, electrical machines and
renewable energy systems.
Communications Engineering: satellites,
personal and mobile communication systems,
wireless technology computer networks and
internet technologies.
Computer Engineering: microprocessors,
software engineering, computer hardware and
interfacing, industrial instrumentation and control
using embedded systems.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES for engineers
All of our MEng and BEng courses are
fully accredited by the IMechE or IET.
This means that our courses have passed
stringent quality tests and allow smooth
career progression to professional (CEng)
status - the highest professional
engineering qualification. This is
internationally recognised and means
you’ll have higher earnings potential,
greater influence within your
organisation and industry as well as
access to lifelong learning.
Graduating with a degree from an accredited
course is essential if you wish to become a
chartered engineer. With an accredited degree,
MEng graduates can become chartered after a
period of monitored professional experience.
BEng (Honours) graduates need, in addition,
further learning at Masters level.
FURTHER STUDY
We have a number of MSc courses on offer
ranging from Petroleum Engineering to
Communications and Computer Network
Engineering, allowing you to develop your
knowledge and expertise within a specific field.
For students aiming for a PhD, we have an
excellent reputation in research activity with
research studentships available. Visit our website
to find out more. Another tool available at your
finger tips is our LabVIEW Academy and Centre
of Excellence for Industrial Instrumentation. This
innovative programme has been designed to
bridge the recognised gap between state-ofthe-art technology, academia and current
industry requirements in the area of applied
instrumentation. On graduation you will be
eligible to attend the LabVIEW Academy two
week programme.
OUR GRADUATES FIND EMPLOYMENT
IN ROLES SUCH AS:
Graduate Engineer, Sparrows
Planning Engineer, Technip
Project Engineer, Expro
Design Engineer, FMC Technologies
Engineer, Halliburton
Technical Director, Cisco Systems
Risk & Safety Engineer, Bureau Veritas
Global Support Engineer, Schlumberger
ROV Pilot, Subsea 7
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“RGU has provided me with an excellent platform to
build my career. During one of the many University
networking events I was approached to apply for the ‘The
Female Undergraduate of the Year Awards’ sponsored
by TargetJobs. As I was a Top 10 Finalist, I was offered a
position at Rolls-Royce for a summer internship. This was
an incredible experience and the highlight was my visit to
their Shanghai, China and Singapore sites. I also received
a BP Engineering Scholarship.”
Laura Steedman
MEng Mechanical Engineering
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HOW you will LEARN ?
During your first week with us, we hold
an Induction to help prepare you for
University life. You’ll be assigned your
Personal Tutor at this stage, who will be
your main point of contact and support
throughout your studies.
Each year has two 15 week
semesters. You’ll study four
modules in each semester. Each
module contains a combination of
lectures, tutorials and practicals.
Lectures are an interactive forum. Your lecturer
brings the subject to life using case studies and
experience and points you in the direction of further
self-directed study.
Tutorials are smaller groups which allow for in-depth
problem-solving exercises based on principles
covered in lectures.
Laboratory practicals are hands-on sessions that
allow you to put into practice the theory learned in
lectures. Your findings can be graded and count
towards your overall assessment.
Industrial visits are a key part of some modules to
demonstrate engineering in practice. Recent trips
have included Rolls Wood Group and RigTrain.
You’ll be able to access lecture notes and study
materials by using our Virtual Learning
Environment (CampusMoodle) including our new
Personal Development Portfolio feature.
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You’ll be assessed by a combination
of coursework and exams.
Throughout your course, you’ll learn how to solve
problems, work as part of a team and communicate
effectively. These are all key skills which are
particularly attractive to your future employers.
Each year a team from RGU has the opportunity take
part in the international finals of the Marine Advanced
Technology Education ROV Challenge Competition.
Previous competitors have taken part in the challenge in
destinations such as Hawaii, San Diego, Lake Huron and
Boston.
In your final year, you’ll take part in a Residential
Course to prepare you for your life after university.
This includes seminars by key industry speakers,
presentations by graduates working in industry,
interview preparation workshops and practical team
activities.
You’ll be involved in projects which
include building Remotely Operated
Vehicles (ROVs) or land yachts
FACILITIES
When studying such a hands-on subject as
engineering, it is essential that you are able to apply
the knowledge you gain in your lectures into a
practical environment.
The wide range of facilities we provide within the
School will enable you to bring your studies to life.
These include:
‘Slice of the ocean’ wave machine
Formula Ford 1600 Racing car
Water tank for ROV testing
Cisco Laboratory
Our wide range of laboratory facilities also includes:
Structural Testing/Materials
Fluids
Dynamics/Control Electronics
Microcomputer Control
Power Electronics
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mechanical engineering
MENG UCAS H304
BENG (Hons) UCAS H301
Mechanical Engineering encompasses the
design, construction and operation of
machines, structures and industrial plant
used in a very wide range of industries.
Mechanical engineers are constantly
striving to produce safer, durable, cheaper,
useful and more efficient machines and
mechanical systems to benefit us all.
These can range from small components to
extremely large plant, machinery or
vehicles. Mechanical engineers must have
the ability to work methodically and
logically to solve real-life problems in the
face of conflicting requirements.
Did you know the snowboard
was invented by an engineer?
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The first two years are common to all three of our
Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of
year 2, you can make an informed decision about
which route you wish to follow.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION
The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by
the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The
MEng provides you with the full academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The
BEng (Hons) course requires further study at
Masters level to satisfy the academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1
YEAR 4
• Maths 1A
• Statics and Dynamics
• Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• Professional Skills
• Maths 1B
• Introduction to Design, Materials
and Manufacture
• Thermofluids 1
• Product Development
• Engineering Analysis 2
• Failure Analysis
• Safety, Risk and Reliability Management
• Systems Engineering
• Plant Performance
• Control and Instrumentation
• BEng: Honours Project
• MEng: Individual Project
YEAR 2
• Maths 2A
• Mechanics of Solids
• Thermofluids 2
• Mechanical Engineering Design 1
• Dynamics
• Mechanical Engineering Design 2
• Introduction to Electronics
• Electrical Power
YEAR 3
• Maths 3A
• Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation
and Control
• Environmental Engineering
• Project Management, Team Working
and Leadership
• Engineering Analysis 1
• Industrial Plant
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Group Project
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Post-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
YEAR 5
5-Year MEng only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Advanced Thermofluids
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Materials and Corrosion Science
• MEng Group Project
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Pre-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
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mechanical and
offshore engineering
meng UCAS H351
beng (Hons) UCAS H350
This course includes the core aspects of
the Mechanical Engineering course and
combines it with a specialism in Offshore
Engineering. Offshore Engineering
involves the study of oil and gas
exploration and recovery, platform design,
pipelines, down-hole instrumentation and
energy transformation.
Aberdeen is the Energy Capital of Europe, and
the School of Engineering is an international
focus for the many technologies associated
with energy. Mechanical and offshore
engineers must have the ability to work
methodically and logically to solve real-life
problems in the face of conflicting
requirements. This course will equip you with
the skills needed to face these challenges and
prepare you for your future career.
The first two years are common to all three of our
Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of
year 2, you can make an informed decision about
which route you wish to follow.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION
The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by
the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. The
MEng provides you with the full academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status. The
BEng (Hons) course requires further study at
Masters level to satisfy the academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
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WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1
YEAR 4
• Maths 1A
• Statics and Dynamics
• Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• Professional Skills
• Maths 1B
• Introduction to Design, Materials
and Manufacture
• Thermofluids 1
• Product Development
• Engineering Analysis 2
• Oil and Gas Engineering A
• Safety, Risk and Reliability Management
• Oil and Gas Engineering B
• Plant Performance
• Control and Instrumentation
• BEng: Honours Project (double module)
• MEng: Individual Project (double module)
YEAR 2
• Maths 2A
• Mechanics of Solids
• Thermofluids 2
• Mechanical Engineering Design 1
• Dynamics
• Mechanical Engineering Design 2
• Introduction to Electronics
• Electrical Power
YEAR 3
• Maths 3A
• Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation
and Control
• Environmental Engineering
• Project Management, Team Working
and Leadership
• Engineering Analysis 1
• Industrial Plant
• Offshore Engineering
• Group Project
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Post-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
YEAR 5
5-Year MEng only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Advanced Thermofluids
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Materials and Corrosion Science
• MEng Group Project (double module)
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Pre-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
Approximately 38 billion
barrels of oil equivalent (boe)
have been produced from UK offshore
areas in the last forty years
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mechanical and
electrical engineering
meng UCAS H300
beng (Hons) UCAS hH36
There is a great demand in industry for
engineering graduates that have a broad
range of knowledge, covering both
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
disciplines. This course includes the core
aspects of the Mechanical Engineering
course and combines it with a specialism in
Electrical Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering is concerned with the
design, construction and operation of machines,
structures and industrial plant used in a very
wide range of industries. Electrical Engineering
involves the technology of power generation
and transmission, electrical generators, motors,
the development and operation of renewable
energy schemes and environmentally-friendly
engineering systems.
The first two years are common to all three of our
Mechanical Engineering courses. At the end of
year 2, you can make an informed decision about
which route you wish to follow.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION
The MEng and BEng courses are accredited by
the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the
Institution of Engineering and Technology. The
MEng provides you with the full academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
The BEng course requires further study at
Masters level to satisfy the academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
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WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1
YEAR 4
• Maths 1A
• Statics and Dynamics
• Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• Professional Skills
• Maths 1B
• Introduction to Design, Materials
and Manufacture
• Thermofluids 1
• Product Development
• Engineering Analysis 2
• Electrical Machines and Drives 2
• Safety, Risk and Reliability Management
• Power Systems Analysis and Protection
• Plant Performance
• Control and Instrumentation
• BEng: Honours Project
(double module) OR MEng: Individual
Project (double module)
YEAR 2
• Maths 2A
• Mechanics of Solids
• Thermofluids 2
• Mechanical Engineering Design 1
• Dynamics
• Mechanical Engineering Design 2
• Introduction to Electronics
• Electrical Power
YEAR 3
• Maths 3A
• Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation
and Control
• Electrical Machines and Drives 1
• Project Management, Team Working
and Leadership
• Engineering Analysis 1
• Industrial Plant
• Electrical Power and Energy Systems
• Group Project
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Pre-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
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MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Post-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
YEAR 5
5-Year MEng only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Advanced Thermofluids
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Engineering Analysis 3
• Materials and Corrosion Science
• MEng Group Project (double module)
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ELECTRONIC and
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
MENG UCAS H600
BENG (HONS) UCAS H606
To put into practical application what you
have learnt in lectures, you will be involved
in challenging team projects, such as building
underwater robots and armoured sumo wrestling
robots at year 2. In the later stages of the course,
you will have the opportunity to specialise in two
areas from the following:
Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Communications Engineering and Computer
Engineering. This allowance for specialisation
has been designed to further enhance your
employability.
PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
encompasses the design and utilisation of
a broad range of vital circuits and systems
that fulfil society’s needs in electrical and
electronic technologies.
Electronic Engineering covers analogue and digital
design with integrated circuits applied to robotics,
instrumentation, computer and communication
systems. Electrical Engineering involves power
generation and transmission, electrical motors
and renewable energy. In years 1 and 2 you
will study a variety of topics in electronic and
electrical engineering, with introductions to
communications and computer engineering.
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The MEng and BEng courses are fully accredited
by the Institution of Engineering and Technology
(IET). The MEng provides you with the full
academic requirements for Chartered Engineer
status. The BEng course requires further
study at Masters level to satisfy the academic
requirements for Chartered Engineer status.
“As an extra-curricular activity I had the
opportunity to participate in the MATE Remotely
Operated Vehicle (ROV) challenge as a member
of the RGU team, Special ROV Service. Held
in a different locale in North America every
year, students from all over the world compete
against each other with purpose built ROVs. It’s a
fantastic opportunity to meet fellow peers, make
contact with influential members of industry and
show off your engineering skills.”
Bruce Mackenzie, MEng Electronic and
Electrical Engineering
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
YEAR 1
YEAR 4
• Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• Maths 1A
• Statics and Dynamics
• Professional Skills
• Introduction to Electronics
• Maths 1B
• Introduction to Computer Engineering
• Product Development
• Advanced Electronics
• Control and Signal Processing
• Advanced Computer Architecture
• Safety, Risk and Reliability Management
(BEng only)
• Quality Management for Engineers
(5 year MEng only)
• Elective (Advanced Data Networks or
Power Systems Analysis and Protection or
Renewable Energy Systems)
• Elective (Optical and Radio Communications or
Electrical Machines and Drives)
• BEng Honours Project (double module) or
MEng Individual Project (double module)
YEAR 2
• Electronics 2
• Electrical Systems
• Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
• Maths 2
• Electrical Power
• Introduction to Telecommunications
• Applied Management
• Design Exercise
YEAR 3
• Electronics 3
• Signal Acquisition, Instrumentation and
Control
• Electrical Machines and Drives 1
• Computer Architecture
• Project Management, Teamworking and
Leadership
• Elective (Data Networks or Offshore
Engineering)
• Elective (Electrical Power and Energy
Systems or Object Oriented Software
Development)
• Group Project
MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Pre-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
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MEng ‘Fast-Track’ only
• Advanced Signal Processing and
Systems Analysis
• Reliability and Risk Management
• Quality Management for Engineers
• Post-Project Industrial Placement
(double module)
YEAR 5
5-Year MEng only
• Principles of Asset Management
• Socially Responsible Management
• Real-Time Embedded Systems
• MEng Group Project (double module)
• Safety, Risk and Reliability Management
• Internet Security
• Advanced Signal Processing and
Systems Analysis
(Please note, Electronic and Electrical
Engineering MEng students will normally take
the fast track route. Consequently year 5 may
not be on offer.)
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scholarships
Our School has developed close links with
the Engineering industry to improve your
employment prospects and to ensure all of
our courses meet the needs of your future
employers. As a result, many companies
offer our students placements and
scholarships, which often lead to
employment on graduation.
As a reflection of the quality of our
undergraduates and our strong links with
industry, we have a range of generous
scholarship schemes with some of
Aberdeen’s major Engineering companies:
AMEC
BP
Bureau Veritas
FMC Technologies
Kongsberg Maritime
Petrofac
Sparrows Offshore
Talisman
Technip
Wood Group
Zenith Oilfield Technology
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The many benefits of scholarships can include
financial support, mentoring and, in most cases,
a work placement. To find out more about our
scholarship opportunities, including how to
apply, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships
REWARDING SCHOLARSHIPS
“The experiences that RGU provide
all engineering students with are
exemplary, for example there are
many scholarships to apply for,
guest lectures from people working
in the Oil and Gas industry and also
engaging our year in many group
projects which builds on our
teamwork skills. My personal
highlight would be being awarded
the Talisman Sinopec Energy UK
Engineering Scholarship last year.”
Victoria Allan
MEng Mechanical and
Offshore Engineering
“I applied for the Talisman Scholarship as I
was sure the relationship with such a
company would open up many
opportunities to maximise my university
experience. The mentoring scheme opens
up a resource of great knowledge and
experience from some key employees of
Talisman. The financial support which the
scholarship provides is very generous and
securing a placement with Talisman has
been one of the most important and
beneficial parts of my course.”
Barry Mitchell
MEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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placements
All fast-track MEng courses offer you the
chance to undertake a work placement,
giving you a valuable opportunity to put
your learning into practice and enhance
your employability.
Standard MEng and BEng students are also
encouraged to undertake work experience,
although this is not counted towards your
final assessment.
CONNECT
WITH FUTURE
EMPLOYERS
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Our dedicated Faculty Placement office will
support you in securing your placement. Recent
placement partner companies have included:
Aker Solutions, ICS Triplex, Sonomatic, Hallin
Marine, Talisman, AMEC, AGR, FMC
Technologies, Bureau Veritas, KCA Deutag,
Shell, Expro and ConocoPhilips.
A learning contract will be put in place at the
start of your placement, agreed by you and your
employer, to ensure that you get the very best
out of your experience. A member of our
academic team will also support and visit you
during your placement.
“Over the years, we have been continually
impressed by the calibre of the students
we have employed as a result of the
University’s placement programme.”
Morven Spalding
Senior Specialist Organisational
Development, Aker Solutions
“I think the opportunity to carry out a placement whilst
at university is crucial. Not only did I receive industrial
experience in the Petrofac offices, I was fortunate
enough to be put through my survival course by
Petrofac and visit the Heather and Thistle platforms,
which are operated by them. Travelling on helicopters,
familiarising myself with being on an offshore platform,
and generally getting used to the surroundings
offshore has been an invaluable experience.”
William West, MEng, Mechanical Engineering
“For my summer placement I worked at Spartek Systems
UK Limited. They are a global company which specialise in
the manufacturing, testing and servicing of down-hole
tools in the oil and gas industry. My job as a technician
involved a lot of soldering, testing of pcb boards and
manual calibration of tools. I got to meet many different
clients that use the intelligent triggers and gauges Spartek
offer. I also recieved exposure to the companies quality
management procedures. I found my MEng Fast-Track
Placement with help from the Placement Office.”
Matthew Downie, MEng Electronic and Electrical
Engineering
“By employing placement students, we can hopefully
encourage students into the oil and gas industry and
prevent the skills shortages we have experienced in
the past.”
Jim MacRae, Nexen
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Study OPTIONS
Our flexible approach puts you in control,
enabling you to make an informed choice when
deciding which Engineering pathway to take. If
you are unsure about which direction to take, it is
possible to transfer between the Electrical and
Mechanical courses at the end of semester 1 in
first year.
If you are studying one of the Mechanical
Engineering degrees, you can also choose to
change your specialism at the end of year 2.
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PART-TIME STUDY
All of our Engineering courses are available on a
part-time basis. Contact us for further
information: ugoffice@rgu.ac.uk
DEGREE-LINK
Advanced entry to some of our courses is
possible through our ‘Degree Link’ partnerships
with further education colleges. For full
information go to
www.rgu.ac.uk/future-students
and click on College/Uni Link
entry requirements
MEng
BEng (Hons)
SQA Higher
SQA Higher
ABBB to include Maths and either Engineering
Science, Physics or Technological Studies, one
of which must be at Grade A. English at National
5 level is required if not held at Higher.
BBBB to include Maths and either
Engineering Science, Physics or Technological
Studies. English at National 5 level is required
if not held at Higher.
GCE A Level
BBC to include Maths and either Design and
Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE
English at Grade C or above if not held at A
Level.
GCE A Level
BCC to include Maths and either Design and
Technology, Engineering or Physics. GCSE
English at Grade C or above if not held at A
Level.
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher
AB2B2B2 to include Maths and either Physics or
Technological Studies, one of which must be at
Grade A. Ordinary Level English at Grade C1 or
above if not held at Higher.
IB Diploma
29 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics,
one of which must be at Grade 6 and one at
Grade 5. English is required at a minimum of
Standard Level Grade 4.
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher
B2B2B2B2 to include Maths and Physics or
Technological Studies plus Ordinary Level
English at Grade C1 or above if not held at
Higher.
IB Diploma
28 to include Higher Level Maths and Physics at
Grade 5 plus English at a minimum of Standard
Level Grade 4.
Degree Link Programme
A relevant HND from one of our partner colleges
may be considered for year 3 entry.
Please note that entry requirements may be
subject to change. Visit our website for up-to-date
information.
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THE NEXT STEP
IS TO TALK TO US
We can answer any questions you may have.
Simply call us on 01224 262728 or email
ugoffice@rgu.ac.uk We also provide a range
of opportunities to visit us – so you can see
what we can offer you, first-hand.
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OPEN DAYS
For full information and to register, please go to
www.rgu.ac.uk/openday
VISIT AFTERNOONS
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If you are unable to attend an Open Day, come
along to one of our monthly Visit Afternoons.
To register go to:
www.rgu.ac.uk/visitafternoons
Have you seen our current prospectus?
This gives valuable additional information
about student life in Aberdeen and the wider
University. Request a prospectus or download it
at: www.rgu.ac.uk/ugprospectus
DISCLAIMER
This publication is intended as a guide for applicants for courses
delivered by Robert Gordon University. In compiling it, the University
has taken every care to be as accurate as possible, and the information
in this brochure is correct at the time of going to print, but this
publication must be read as subject to change at any time and without
notice. The University undertakes to make every reasonable effort to
provide the teaching and academic facilities necessary for applicants’
programmes of study. However, the University reserves the right, if
such action is considered to be necessary, to make variations to fees
and/or to vary the content or delivery method of any course at any time.
In addition, the University may, at its sole discretion, discontinue or
amalgamate any course(s). In these rare cases, the University will notify
applicants as soon as possible and reasonable steps will be taken to
provide a suitable alternative to a discontinued course.
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