Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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    Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    United States of America
    United States of America, Paradise
    Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    International students can study the Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas at its main campus in Paradise , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 28, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy

    UNLV offers an interdisciplinary minor in solar and renewable energy, providing students from a variety of backgrounds with the opportunity to explore this field. The minor degree program is available to all undergraduate students at UNLV through two tracks – one in engineering and science, and another in policy. In addition, various co-curricular activities are provided to further prepare students for careers in the solar and renewable energy fields.

    Available Options

    • Concentration in Engineering
    • Concentration in Policy

    Upon completing a minor, a graduate completing the policy track will be able to:

    • Identify terminology and types of solar energy utilization.
    • Acquire background knowledge of global environmental problems.
    • Identify ways of incorporating sustainability practices in building design and infrastructure.
    • Develop competence in decision making and communication.

    Upon completing a minor, a graduate completing the science and engineering track will be able to:

    • Develop familiarity with terminology and types of solar energy utilization.
    • Acquire background knowledge of global environmental problems.
    • Develop competence in the design of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems.
    • Develop competence in some aspect of sustainable building design.
    • Develop technical depth in the scientific fundamentals or engineering design principles of renewable energy.

    Disciplines

    Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    Entry Requirements

    First-Year

    3.0 cumulative GPA OR 1120* SAT (evidenced-based reading & writing and math) OR 22 ACT (composite score). *1040 for exams taken prior to March 2016.

    Transfer

    2.5 GPA in 24 or more transferable college-level credits. Transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable college-level credits must meet the first-year student admission requirements.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 44
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 61

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy

    There are many alternative career paths for students pursuing a minor in Solar and Renewable Energy. Career paths are usually based upon major and work related experiences (jobs, internships, undergraduate research opportunities etc.). The minor is an opportunity for students to further advance one's academic experiences and hence career opportunities in the new field of renewable energy.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

    Application Fee 95

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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    Bachelor of Solar and Renewable Energy at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    United States of America

    United States of America, Paradise

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