Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy/Renewable Energy)
UNSW
CRICOS provider number: 00098G TEQSA provider ID: PRV12055
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About
Both degrees provide a broad education in solar energy, renewable energy technologies and sustainable energy.
Photovoltaics and Solar Energy Engineering: In this degree you’ll immerse yourself in the manufacture and use of solar cells, which capture and convert sunlight into electricity. Courses in technology development, manufacturing, quality control, reliability, policy, system design and more will prepare you for varied, high-level work in an industry that is vital for humanity’s future.
Renewable Energy Engineering: Explore the best ways to make use of renewable energy technologies in this cutting-edge degree. From solar thermal systems and photovoltaics to winds and biomass, you’ll draw resources from all around UNSW to prepare you for research and professional work in this crucial, ever-growing industry.
Double degrees: Photovoltaics and Solar Energy or Renewable Energy Engineering can be combined with 425560 Bachelor of Fine Arts, 425850 Bachelor of Arts, 425850 Bachelor of Science, 425850 Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), 425900 Bachelor of Commerce, 426000 Bachelor of Laws, 429330 Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Hons), or 429360 Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons).
ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.
Areas of study
For Photovoltaics: Cell interconnection and encapsulation, manufacturing, photovoltaics, policy development, quality control, reliability and life-cycle analysis, renewable energy technologies, solar cell applications, solar energy, technology development. For Renewable Energy: Biomass, energy efficiency and appliances, geothermal systems, hydro turbine, photovoltaics, renewable energy, solar architecture, solar thermal systems, tidal and wave energy, wind power.
Career opportunities
For Photovoltaics: Manufacturing, quality control and reliability, computer-aided design of devices and systems, policy formation, programs for developing countries, solar cells and system design in organisations such as integration companies and research organisations. For Renewable Energy: Designing, installing and operating renewable energy generating systems such as wind, solar, biomass or hydro systems, as well as construction of energy efficient technology or buildings, policy, programs for developing countries and research organisations.
Professional recognition
Students can apply for membership of the relevant professional engineering or science institutions within Australia and affiliated overseas bodies, including Engineers Australia and the Australian Computer Society. International recognition offers graduates the opportunity to travel and work overseas.
Practical experience
Students complete at least 60 working days of approved industrial experience as part of all accredited Engineering programs.
Women in Engineering program: The Women in Engineering community at UNSW is a valuable support network that will help empower you to grow personally and professionally. With bespoke mentoring and development opportunities and our program of industry events, we aim to ensure you emerge from UNSW as a highly employable and qualified professional.
The ChallENG Program: Take part in interactive learning through the ChallENG program. The ChallENG program connects students, academics and companies to exciting, real-world projects and learning-based initiatives. The program will prepare you for your future career by helping develop technical and design skills and expanding your professional expertise.
Humanitarian Engineering: Use your studies to make a difference to disadvantaged individuals and communities by engineering solutions that improve lives and livelihoods. Take part in a Humanitarian Engineering project or include it into your studies as an elective or Minor.
Honours
Honours Class 1 or 2 will be awarded on the basis of superior performance throughout the course.
Fees and charges
Refer to UNSW current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1, Physics.
Bridging courses: Visit the UNSW website for information on UNSW Bridging Courses chemistry,mathematics and physics.
Portfolio Entry: Early Conditional Offer Scheme: This degree is eligible for the Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme. You can submit a portfolio to demonstrate your passion for your chosen degree and receive an early conditional offer with an adjusted ATAR entry requirement. Students are required to submit a video and personal statement conveying their motivation and passion towards studying Engineering, Computer Science or Food Science.
Other applicants
Refer to UNSW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the UNSW website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses.
Honours at UNSW
Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Engineering
UNSW Engineering is the destination of choice for a quality engineering degree. Set yourself apart by studying at Australia’s top engineering faculty. Find your passion by choosing from the largest range of Engineering disciplines in the country, including both traditional and emerging areas like Quantum and Renewable Energy Engineering. Our internationally transferable degrees offer a countless range of dynamic career pathways.
Graduate as a well-rounded engineer through participation in our extensive student opportunities. Take part in real-world, project-based learning initiatives with academics and industry partners through the ChallENG program. Bring all your ideas to life in our makerspaces which are practical, hands on facilities and house everything you need. Work Integrated Learning is a core part of our degrees, and most Engineering students will take part in 60 days of industrial training, allowing you to graduate with on-the-job experience.
We are focused on making the world a better place by providing disadvantaged individuals and communities with engineering solutions that improve lives and livelihoods. You can take part in Humanitarian Engineering projects through ChallENG or include it in your studies as an elective or Minor. We are also committed to diversity, The Women in Engineering community at UNSW is a valuable support network that will help empower you to grow personally and professionally, through our bespoke mentoring, development opportunities and program of industry events