Bachelor in Engineering – Energy and Environment

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Luxembourg

Program Overview

The Bachelor in Engineering – Energy and Environment at the University of Luxembourg gives you a solid foundation in the cutting-edge fields that matter most right now: energy systems, environmental engineering, and sustainable technologies. This trilingual programme (taught in German, French, and English) is designed for students who want practical, hands-on skills combined with theoretical knowledge — preparing you to either step directly into Luxembourg's thriving engineering job market or pursue advanced studies at Master's level.

Curriculum Structure

Year One: Building Your Foundation

Your first year introduces you to the core principles that underpin modern engineering. You'll start with computer-aided design, mathematics, and technical mechanics, gaining comfort with the tools you'll use throughout your career. These foundational courses give you the mathematical and computational confidence needed to tackle more specialized topics, ensuring you're never overwhelmed as concepts become more complex.

Years Two and Three: Specialization and Real-World Application

As you progress, you'll dive deeper into specialized areas like thermodynamics, energy systems, and sustainable building technologies. The curriculum includes practical modules such as Finite Element Analysis of Structures, Life Cycle Assessment and Eco Design, and Methods in Digital Building – BIM, which directly connect classroom learning to industry standards. By your final year, you'll complete a capstone bachelor thesis that lets you apply everything you've learned to a real engineering challenge, preparing you for professional work.

You'll also spend a full semester studying abroad, which isn't just a nice addition — it's a required part of your degree. This mobility experience broadens your perspective and strengthens your professional network across Europe.

Focus Areas

Energy systems, environmental engineering, sustainable construction, circular economy, building technology, and digital engineering innovation.

Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, you'll be able to deploy engineering methods and tools effectively, analyze complex problems and develop solutions, develop engineering models for mechanical systems, communicate technical information to both experts and non-experts, and make decisions based on engineering and ethical considerations.

Professional Alignment

Graduates are prepared for careers in engineering offices, energy companies, environmental firms, and public administrations. The programme directly addresses areas where engineers are in high demand on the Luxembourg market, including energy transition, digitalization, and industry 4.0.

Reputation & Employability

The University of Luxembourg's Bachelor in Engineering is part of a newly launched suite of programmes (starting 2020) developed specifically to train students in skills needed by the Luxembourg economy, with small class sizes ensuring close contact with research and practice.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

In the Bachelor in Engineering – Energy and Environment at the University of Luxembourg, you'll dive into hands-on learning right from year one, building practical skills in areas like computer-aided design, technical mechanics, and thermodynamics through state-of-the-art equipment and small classes with individual supervision. You'll work alongside renowned professors and industry experts, gaining real-world expertise in energy efficiency, sustainable buildings, and environmental engineering using cutting-edge labs tailored to these fields. This approach ensures you're not just studying theory—you're applying it in innovative facilities that prepare you for careers as an energy engineer or researcher.

Here are some standout experiential opportunities specific to this program:
- Cutting-edge laboratories: Access specialized labs in the Department of Engineering for energy technology, electrical engineering, civil engineering, and building energy services, including measurement campaigns and numerical simulations for energy efficiency in buildings.
- Research-designated facilities: Work in facilities supporting innovation in energy and environmental engineering, aligned with the program's focus on sustainable solutions and industry 4.0.
- Computational and digital tools: Hands-on with computer-aided design (CAD) tools, computational fluid dynamics software, numerical methods for optimization, and simulations for energetics and urban planning.
- Group projects and case studies: Engage in collaborative case studies on finance, energy production/distribution, blast furnace energetics, and DGNB-certified urban planning, fostering teamwork on real energy and environment challenges.

These experiences position you perfectly for internships, PhD paths, or industry roles—imagine applying what you learn in our labs to solve Luxembourg's energy challenges!

Check out the full list of facilities here: [Department of Engineering Facilities](https://www.uni.lu/fstm-en/research-departments/department-of-engineering/facilities/)

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the University of Luxembourg's Bachelor in Engineering – Energy and Environment program, you'll dive into hands-on learning right from year one, building practical skills in areas like computer-aided design, technical mechanics, and thermodynamics through the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine's cutting-edge facilities. These resources, backed by the Department of Engineering's 100+ years of expertise, let you apply engineering fundamentals to real-world energy and environmental challenges in state-of-the-art labs focused on civil, computational, electrical, and mechanical innovation. It's all designed to prepare you for sustainable solutions and industry 4.0, with opportunities like a mandatory study abroad semester to broaden your global perspective.

Here's how experiential learning comes to life in this program, powered by the university's specialized engineering facilities::
- Advanced laboratories: Access cutting-edge labs in the Department of Engineering for hands-on work in energy, environment, civil, electrical, and mechanics, supporting innovation and research in seven key areas.
- Interdisciplinary EnergyLab: Work in this SnT living lab facility, blending real-world testing to accelerate energy transition projects relevant to your studies.
- Computer-aided design tools: Gain practical skills with CAD software introduced in year one, essential for engineering design in energy and environment applications.
- Mandatory mobility semester: Complete a full semester studying abroad, validating your degree while gaining international project experience.
- Research-aligned projects: Engage in group and individual projects tied to the Department of Engineering's 18 labs, focusing on contemporary energy concerns.

Check out the full list of facilities here: https://www.uni.lu/fstm-en/research-departments/department-of-engineering/facilities/