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    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy)
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    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy)

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    056835E

    Credit point

    192 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 58,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy)

    About

    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.

    Your study looks beyond the sun as a source of energy, encompassing a wider range of technologies and their uses. It also addresses the important areas of solar architecture and the design of energy-efficient buildings and appliances. To get you work-ready, you'll apply your skills through 60 days of approved industry training.

    For over twenty years UNSW has been a world leader in research and commercialisation of high-performance silicon solar cells. The School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering (SPREE) is a leading provider of world class education and research; specialising in education for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

    UNSW academics in the photovoltaic field have been consistently ranked amongst global academic leaders through peer review. Our research has produced world record solar cells for a range of materials and technologies – including silicon, perovskite, CZTS and concentrating photovoltaics.

    UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable Students Award in the AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards for 5 consecutive years (2020-2024).* We have close industry ties with industry partners including Suntech, China Sunergy, LG Electronics, Tongwei, Adani, CSR, BlueScope, AECOM and the NSW Government

    At UNSW Engineering you’ll benefit from a diverse and welcoming community with plenty to keep you busy. UNSW Engineering boasts 16 student societies including a society for each school. Get involved in Queer Students in Stem, Women in Renewable Energy Society or Robogals. UNSW’s Women in Engineering (WIE) society runs social and industry events as well as programs designed to mentor and develop female engineers.

    As part of a range of student led projects on offer you can take part in SunSwift Solar. Sunswift is a student-led project run by UNSW students who are pushing the limits of solar technology to inspire sustainable action. They design, build and race solar-electric vehicles in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. Student volunteers from all areas of engineering come together to build a solar car from start to finish.

    *AFR Top100 Future Leaders 2024

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    11.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    32.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1210.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Engineering 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest) 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    Photovoltaic engineers can be involved in developing and refining cell production methods, installing and maintaining systems and further integrating photovoltaics into everyday life. Graduates from our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are at the forefront of this transition to a renewable energy future.

    Opportunities are found in many fields. These include:

    • Refining cell production technology

    • Researching and developing multi-junction cells

    • Concentrated solar power

    • Multi-axis tracking

    • Thin film technologies

    • Grid-connection and integration

    • Utility scale developments

    • Independent system design

    • Building integrated photovoltaics

    Our graduates are equipped to work in large engineering companies or small start-up companies.

    Potential careers

    • Manufacturing
    • Quality control and reliability
    • Computer-aided design of devices and systems
    • Policy formation
    • Programs for developing countries
    • Energy utilities

    Accreditation

    This degree is globally recognised and is accredited by Engineers Australia and acknowledged by the Washington Accord.

    Part of this degree involves applying your skills through 60 days of approved industrial training in Australia or overseas. Your industrial training will give you a taste of a real-world professional engineering setting and the hands-on experience to become career-ready.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 58,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
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    Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy)

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