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This course has been designed to provide you with an understanding of the physical, technological, economic and environmental aspects of renewable energy sources, and their present and potential future role in energy supply systems.

You will gain the skills and knowledge to assess different types of offshore renewable foundations and structures, the challenges of maintenance, decommissioning and health and safety implications of each design. You will also look at the operation and control of electrical power and energy systems as well as the control and telemetry systems to allow integrative design.

You will be able to identify and quantify appropriate sites, assess the available resource and select the correct technology for the location. You will be able to model the hydrodynamic and aerodynamic forces applied to offshore structures and select the best installation and anchorage system for the job.

The course also covers managing the health, safety and environmental impact of offshore renewables through effective risk assessment and environmental impact analysis. It will promote an understanding of the principles, fundamental concepts and strategies of project management, and of the benefits to the offshore renewables sector. It will enable you to practice and carry out essential project planning and execution processes.

Aberdeen as the Energy capital of Europe and Robert Gordon University as a major provider of Open and Distance Learning professional education to the energy and offshore industry are uniquely placed to exploit the opportunity presented by the drive toward renewable energy sources.

This course builds on the strengths of the existing courses in Offshore Renewable Energy, Oil and Gas Engineering and Subsea Engineering and adds content on the offshore environment and electrical power, forming a unique programme which is relevant to the needs of professional engineers working in, or aspiring to work in, the offshore renewables sector. The MSc Offshore Renewables course will equip graduates to become part of the 21st century engineering community responsible for sustainable energy generation for the future.

Entry Requirements

This course is suitable for those who hold an honours degree, or equivalent, in Engineering or a related discipline at 2:2 or above.

English Language Requirements
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All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Individual Engineering Research Investigation - £3425

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This MSc in Petroleum Production Engineering is aimed at practising oilfield engineers and managers who already have at least two years oil and gas industry experience.

The course has been developed and is supported by experienced industry professionals, using authentic industry applications software, technical standards and engineering practices.

This full-time or distance learning degree in Petroleum Production Engineering covers wells and related production facilities, whether on land, offshore or subsea.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a good Honours degree in Engineering or closely related discipline and at least 2 years practical industrial experience relevant to Production Engineering. Exceptionally, candidates who have a relevant HND level qualification together with extensive Production Engineering experience may, at the University's discretion, be considered.

Students from Nigeria should have a 2:1 or above in Engineering or a related discipline.

All international students for whom English is not their first language must provide evidence of linguistic ability, by gaining either

IELTS Academic Test 6.5 overall* (with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component)

TOEFL iBT 90 (with a minimum score of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20 and Writing 24)

Pearson PTE Academic 61 (with a minimum score of 51 in each component)

Other Fees

Individual Engineering Research Investigation - £3425

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The Doctor of Philosophy through the Faculty of Arts offers graduates who have an excellent academic record and proven research skills the opportunity to conduct research at a level that is going to contribute to the knowledge base of their discipline.

In the Faculty of Arts the areas in which research can be conducted include Australian history, Australian literature, communication and culture, drama, fine arts, justice studies and police studies, professional and applied ethics, psychology, sociology, rural social studies, social work, social welfare and social policy and theology.

The program consists entirely of completing an individual research program under supervision. Students are required to develop a research proposal, carry out the research and write a thesis. Students are also required to make presentations of their work at on campus colloquia. Offshore students are required to visit the appropriate campus at least twice during their candidature in order to meet with their supervisor(s) and to present their research.

Entry Requirements

An applicant to the Doctor of Philosophy degree must hold:

An Honours degree (minimum Class 2 (Division 1) in a related field

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A Master degree with Honours, or equivalent, in a related field

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Have demonstrated in scholarship or professional performance potential to undertake research at the doctoral level. (In such cases the applicant must supply a justification for entry to the doctoral program and supporting evidence).

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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The Masters in Subsea Engineering is aimed at engineers who already have some relevant offshore oil and gas experience and who wish to enhance their employability in the subsea industry.

A broad range of topics is covered including drilling and completion technology and topside processing facilities as well as the core areas of subsea engineering including: wet trees, pipelines, risers and other seabed equipment. Current and emerging technologies and their design limitations as applied to deepwater, long tie-back and HP/HT wells are also covered.

This subsea engineering course has been developed and is supported by experienced oil and gas industry professionals using current standards and fundamental engineering practices.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have an Honours degree in Engineering or related discipline at level 2.2 or above and typically at least one year's relevant industrial experience. However those with other qualifications but with considerable appropriate relevant industrial experience may be considered.

Students from Nigeria should have a 2:1 or above in Engineering or a related discipline.

Students whose first language is not English should hold IELTS 6.5 before commencing study.

Other Fees

Individual Engineering Research Investigation - £3425

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