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Master of Science in Renewable and Clean Energy Engineering - In-Person or Remote Learning

Climate change represents an existential threat to civilization. When you join our renewable and clean energy engineering master's program (RCL), you’ll be committing to developing solutions for this challenge, which affects every person and all life on our planet, to help create a world with a sustainable future.

RCL attracts the best and brightest from around the globe, with students coming from over 30 countries, including Fulbright scholars from places like Afghanistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Haiti, and Upper Mongolia. Our program has developed clean energy and sustainability professionals serving as leaders in their profession, communities, regions and nations.

Our program is available for both on-campus and remote students.

Join us to be part of the solution the world needs.

Career Outlook and Highlights 

Our graduates are working with energy service companies, energy utilities in energy reduction and renewable energy roles, renewable energy development and installation companies, local governmental or national energy and/or sustainability management roles.

Program Details

Our program will help you to grow your passion for clean energy and sustainability, develop your skills to design, optimize, and manage renewable energy systems, and assess and improve the energy efficiency of existing systems. You will also grow in your ability to be agents of change in your local, regional, and national communities. In-depth courses in solar engineering, geothermal engineering, wind engineering, biofuels, building and industrial energy efficiency develop, and energy data analytics. Project-based experiences linked to industrial and governmental partners are included in nearly every course. Whether you are on-campus or remote, you will be able to become involved in clean energy and sustainability research with our faculty.

Clean Energy and Sustainability Research

• Sustainable design and manufacturing, Energy and resource efficiency, Life cycle management, Circular economy, and Macroeconomic modeling for energy/environmental policies:  Jun-Ki Choi
• Clean energy and sustainability data analytics; Clean energy and sustainability equity; Regenerative agriculture:  Kevin Hallinan  
• Geothermal energy, geothermal heat pumps and seasonal energy storage; Solar energy utilization; Energy efficient buildings; District/community energy systems:  Andrew Chiasson
• Climate analytics on sustainable energy access and system transformation in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS):   Robert Brecha
• Intersection of personal behavior and sustainability (See his writing at joulethieves.com)’ Thermal radiation optimized design in solar energy systems; regenerative agriculture:   Rydge Mulford
• Concentrated solar-thermal resources to produce process heat for power cycles, Propulsion systems; Thermochemical systems; Desalination and materials production:  Andrew Schraeder

Plan of Study

To learn more about the available courses and to view a sample plan of study, please reference our  Academic Catalog .

A minimum of 30 semester hours:

• Thesis option: 24 semester hours of course work (8 classes) and 6 semester hours of research credit

Non-thesis option: 30 semester hours of course work (10 classes). (Suggested for International Students.)

Admission Requirements

In addition to the online application, you should submit the following:

• Official academic records of all previously attended colleges or universities must be submitted directly from the colleges or universities to the Office of Graduate Admission Processing. Hand-carried transcripts, official copies marked Issued to Student and unofficial copies are not acceptable.
• Three letters of recommendation from professors or employers.
• A personal statement or résumé.
• Results from the GRE are not required. However, candidates are welcome to submit a score in support of their application.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited program in engineering, physics, chemistry, applied mathematics or other appropriate program of study. Applicants with a different undergraduate degree may be required to complete prerequisites. Applicants should have at least a 3.0 cumulative grade-point average on a 4.0 scale. Some programs require higher GPAs for admission. In some cases, applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may be admitted on a conditional basis.

Additional requirements apply for  international students .

Application Deadlines

Applications accepted on a rolling basis with the following approximate general deadlines:

• Fall Term: June 15th
• Spring Term: November 15th
• Summer Term: March 15th

Should you have questions about our program, please contact the program director, Dr. Kevin Hallinan,   khallinan1@udayton. edu.

International students: Because of the magnitude of inquiries we receive, we regret that we have to say that presently we do not offer assistance for tuition or research. It is possible for international students to work into research funding through excellence in classes and demonstration of research potential. Such funding is very competitive. 

It is a fact, however, that international students, after graduation, have been able to find employment as 'clean energy' engineers in the U.S. We have a strong linkage to employers throughout the U.S.

Bachelor's Plus Master's Program

The School of Engineering Bachelor's Plus Master's (BPM) Program encourages high-performing UD undergraduate students to continue their studies and complete a Master's Degree at UD. Earn your Master's degree in an accelerated program and enjoy a deeply discounted graduate tuition rate!

• Learn more about our BPM Program

Selected publications, presentations, invited lectures and sponsored research.

Annual, renewable assistantships with tuition and a monthly stipend are available in all engineering departments. Master’s and doctoral students may apply, but current University of Dayton undergraduate and graduate students are not eligible.

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Dr. Jamie Ervin, Department Chair

Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use (MS)

The master of science in modern energy production and sustainable use prepares students with the technical knowledge and interdisciplinary problem-solving skills needed to engage complex energy systems..

The U.S. Department of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy shares that as new energy and new technologies are developed and introduced for commercial use, they will create new jobs for American workers strengthening U.S. energy security, environmental quality, and economic vitality. These workers needed to be trained in a variety of transdisciplinary areas from renewable energy generation and storage, energy-saving materials and manufacturing, and sustainable transportation.

The School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy offers the Master of Science in Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use and utilizes its unique transdisciplinary expertise to provide graduate student training in fundamental science and engineering principles, and thereby facilitate the generation of human capital of those who can address grand challenges associated with future energy production and storage, and in sustainable use.

Here are a few courses we offer:

• Renewable Energy:  Mechanical System
• Electrochemistry Energy Storage and Conversion
• Biomass Energy Conversion Technology
• Wind Energy
• Nanomaterials in Energy Production and Storage
• Nuclear Power Engineering

Degrees offered

Modern energy production and sustainable use, ms .

The Master of Science (MS) program is designed to prepare students for professional careers in transdisciplinary areas from renewable energy generation and storage, energy-saving materials and manufacturing, and sustainable transportation. and related fields in industry, government and educational institutions.

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Application and admission information

Application information.

The following application materials must be submitted directly to Graduate Admission Services:

If your institution sends electronic official transcripts, we accept the following electronic transcript services: E-Scrip, Parchment, Credentials Inc., and National Student Clearinghouse. All E-Scrip, Parchment, and National Student Clearinghouse transcripts must be sent directly to  [email protected]  from those transcript services or from the institutions that use those services. If you can and choose to use these services, you should apply online to the ASU Graduate Admission Services application prior to having your official e-transcripts sent.

If your institution does not use one of those transcript services, you will need to mail an official transcript. Your six digit application ID should be on the transcript envelope if possible.

Graduate Admission Services Tel: 480-965-6113 Web:  students.asu.edu/graduate

Application for admission

Can only be accessed online. Click here to go to Application for Admission

Application priority   deadline

Fall Semester: December 31 Spring Semester: August 1

A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed. An application is complete after all materials are received by Graduate Admissions.

Application fee

US citizens $70

Non-US citizens $115

This is a processing fee assessed by Graduate Admission Services and cannot be waived or deferred: graduate.asu.edu/admissions/how_to_apply

Please also note that applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science.

Transcripts and GRE scores

Transcripts.

Only official transcripts are accepted; no photocopies. These must be mailed to Graduate Admissions Services (see address above). For international students, transcripts must be in the original language, along with an official English translation. Also see:

Graduate Admissions Services:  students.asu.edu/graduate/apply

GRE scores are useful, but not required for the Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use, MS program.

Official score sent by ETS only. Institution code for ASU: 4007; there is no department code.

Resume, personal statement, and letters of recommendation

Resume, personal statement and letters of recommendation

List publications if you have any. It’s not necessary to send copies of articles. You will be asked to upload your resume in the online application process.

Personal statement

Essay describing your background, academic achievements, research interests, career goals, and why you wish to pursue graduate study in Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use at ASU. You will be asked to upload your personal statement in the online application process.

Three (3) recommendation letters

The online application will ask you for three names and three email addresses for three recommenders; and the company/school for which they work. Your recommenders will receive an email and must submit their letter of recommendation electronically.

International applicants

Additional admission requirements for international applicants.

Admissions:  students.asu.edu/graduate/international

Visa/Immigration information

students.asu.edu/international/immigration

English proficiency (for international graduate applicants)

A TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score is required to be considered for admission.

• Official TOEFL sent by ETS only. Minimum scores: iBT 90; pBT 575. Institution code for ASU: 4007; for department code, applicant may enter 0000
• Official IELTS sent by issuing institution only. Minimum score: 6.5. No institution code is needed
• Official PTE sent by Pearson only. Minimum Score: 60

You could qualify for an exemption from this requirement by one of the following two options:

• This requirement would be met if you successfully complete the highest level at the Global Launch Intensive English Program with grades of B or better; AND in addition, acquire a score of 50 or better on the Speak Test (must be taken at Arizona State University).
• You successfully complete the highest level at the Global Launch Intensive English Program with grades of B or better  OR
• Attended in person a regionally accredited college or university in the United States and earned a bachelor’s degree or higher in the U.S.,  OR
• Attended in person a regionally accredited college or university in the United States and completed at least 12 credit hours of graduate course work with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale or higher (all credits must be earned in the U.S.),  OR
• Attended in person a regionally accredited college or university in the United States and completed at least 90 credit hours of undergraduate course work with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale or higher (all 90 hours must be earned in the U.S.)

For  more information, visit the Graduate Admission Services English Proficiency Requirement and Exemption website .

Still have a question? Contact Advising

If you still have questions regarding admission requirements and procedures, please contact the SEMTE graduate advising office:

Phone: 480.965.2335

Email: [email protected]

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

MSc Offshore Renewable Energy

Marine wind, wave and tidal energy are key elements of UK, European and global renewable energy roadmaps. Begin your voyage to being a part of this vital transformative development by studying in a vibrant programme derived from the world's first multidisciplinary offshore renewable energy degree. Building on our international reputation for marine research and teaching, along with regional and national initiatives, this distinctive degree focuses on the growing offshore renewable energy sector.

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• 21 May 2024

The University of Plymouth offers two MSc programmes focused on offshore renewable energy.

Key features.

• Be at the forefront of the emerging field of offshore renewable energy at a time when such expertise is increasingly sought after.
• Benefit from University and government aspirations to develop the southwest as a centre for ORE and as embodied by PRIMaRE and the Universities leading role in Supergen.
• Develop a whole systems vision through this cross-disciplinary MSc programme comprising expertise from engineering, marine science, economics, law and policy.
• Gain through access to existing ORE relevant facilities in the University: e.g. the COAST Laboratory , the Marine Station , the High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster.
• Capitalise on ongoing and proposed University of Plymouth research as funded by RCUK, Interreg, Horizon2020 and other funding streams.
• Benefit from our research team’s expertise – our staff achieved ratings of ‘world leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in the UK Government’s most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014).
• Live and study in ‘Britain’s Ocean City’ , with easy access to businesses and the marine environment, this is an ideal location to study offshore renewables.
• This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired a partial CEng accredited undergraduate first degree.* See jbm.org.uk for further information.

Course details

Core modules.

Research Skills and Methods (MAR513Z)

This module aims to equip students with the practical skills and contextual framework for conducting high quality research. Emphasis is placed on workshop opportunities to acquire and practice research planning, analysis, communication, writing and oral presentation skills.

Introduction to Offshore Renewable Energy (MAR534)

This module provides an introduction to the engineering, technological, environmental, socioeconomic and legal issues relevant to the development and exploitation of offshore renewable energy. The relative influence of the various factors in determining the success of specific sites is assessed and the current barriers to future development identified.

Economics, Law and Policy for Offshore Renewable Energy (MAR535)

This module provides an overview of key economic concepts and issues relevant to the development and exploitation of offshore renewable energy (ORE). The module also provides an overview of the relevant legal regimes relevant to ORE, including property rights, climate change and energy, marine environmental protection and maritime safety and security.

MSc Dissertation (PROJ517)

You will demonstrate practical skills and knowledge of research methods to plan and implement high quality research. You will carry out a substantial research investigation on a topic of your choice and report upon the aims, methodology, data analysis, interpretation, synthesis, and conclusions through a high quality, scholarly and professional write-up of the project, either as a formal dissertation or journal paper.

Optional modules

Economics of the Marine Environment (MAR507)

This module will provide students with a clear overview of the problems associated with economic activity in marine environment and the potential solutions to these problems.

Remote Sensing and GIS (MAR518)

This module introduces the principles of geographical information systems and remote sensing of marine, polar and coastal environments. Field data will be acquired using GPS and radiometric instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on the critical evaluation of remote sensing data and analysis tools in varied scenarios and on developing practical computing skills.

Mechanics of ORE Structures (MAR536)

This module will cover engineering aspects of offshore renewable energy conversion. The module comprises lectures and tutorials, invited industry lectures, a field trip visit to a marine engineering company and a wave energy converter performance experiment in the COAST lab.

Managing Marine Ecosystems (MAR530)

The module will provide students with an understanding of marine ecosystems and their vulnerability to anthropogenic threats. Anticipatory and responsive management measures will be discussed, including relevant marine conservation agreements, legislation and policy.

Applied Marine Autonomy (MAR537Z)

This module introduces students to marine autonomous platforms for marine environmental data collection. It focuses on the appropriate use of platforms, covering theory of operation and developing practical skills in autonomous marine data collection through workshops and fieldwork. The module also allows direct interaction with scientific researchers and industry practitioners through seminars.

Every postgraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the programme aims, the programme structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.

The following programme specification represents the latest programme structure and may be subject to change:

MSc Offshore Renewable Energy programme specification_7040

Entry requirements

Fees, costs and funding, find out more about your eligibility for a postgraduate loan, tuition fee discount for university of plymouth graduates.

• 10% or 20% discount on tuition fees for home students 
• £2,000 discount on tuition fees for international students 

Postgraduate scholarships for international students

How to apply.

• evidence of qualifications (degree certificates or transcripts), with translations if not in English, to show that you meet, or expect to meet the entry requirements
• evidence of English language proficiency, if English is not your first language
• a personal statement of approximately 250-400 words about the reasons for your interest in the course and outlining the nature of previous and current related experience. You can write this into the online application form, or include it as a separate document
• your curriculum vitae or résumé, including details of relevant professional/voluntary experience, professional registration/s and visa status for overseas workers
• proof of sponsorship, if applicable.

Telephone: +44 (0)1752 585858 Email: [email protected]  

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Offshore renewable energy

The offshore renewables this programme focuses on are key emergent marine sectors: offshore wind, wave power and tidal power (both tidal barrages and tidal stream).

Facilities and resources – offshore renewable energy

From a state of the art wave and current test basin to a dedicated ocean going research vessel to a wealth of computer laboratories and software, you’ll benefit from a range of facilities and resources that will help your learning and development.

Offshore renewable energy news

• Decommissioned offshore structures could offer only limited ecological benefits, study suggests 22 March 2024
• Academic shortlisted for award recognising the UK’s net zero pioneers 29 February 2024
• Future of Celtic Sea wind energy moves closer 11 December 2023
• University of Plymouth experts at COP28 1 December 2023

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Be inspired by our graduates

Clare: Associate, BVG Associates

Adrian: Energy Engineer, Wave Venture

Stephanie: Senior GIS Analyst, EN Engineering

John, Research Engineer, IDCORE, Sustainable Marine Energy Ltd.

Careers in offshore renewable energy

This programme provides a gateway into careers in the growing offshore renewable energy industry, providing a broad background with the opportunity to specialise in environmental, engineering or socio-economic aspects of offshore renewables.

"The UK is the world-leader in offshore wind, with huge potential to continue expanding and contributing towards electricity sourced from renewables"

Our research interests

Our research spans a number of varied research groups

Coastal Marine Applied Research (CMAR)

Coastal Processes Research Group (CPRG)

COAST Engineering Research Group

Peninsula Research Institute for Marine Renewable Energy (PRIMaRE) group

Professor Daniel Conley

Professor of nearshore processes.

Professor Deborah Greaves OBE FREng

Professor in ocean engineering.

Dr Philip Hosegood

Associate professor in physical oceanography.

Dr James Benhin

Associate professor in economics in plymouth business school.

Dr Lynda Rodwell

Associate professor in ecological economics.

Associate Head of School - Mechanical Engineering

Dr Martyn Hann

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Sustainable Energy Systems MSc

Awards: MSc

Study modes: Full-time

Accreditation

Funding opportunities

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Programme description

The energy crisis is forcing the world to secure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. Our MSc in Sustainable Energy Systems is a one-year programme that will allow you to contribute to a more sustainable future. The programme is grounded in engineering, but you will be encouraged to consider the societal, economic, environmental and policy aspects of the industry.

We place a strong emphasis on energy systems, where electricity is the final product, and you will consider energy in the wider context of consumption patterns, efficiency and regulation.

You will acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the deployment of renewable energies in grid-connected systems, and will also be able to explore off-grid systems if this is your area of interest.

The programme is affiliated with the University's Global Environment & Society Academy, a steering committee that seeks to tackle global environmental challenges through teaching, research and outreach.

• Global Environment & Society Academy

Our MSc in Sustainable Energy Sytems provides a broad training in, and understanding of, energy systems in the context of sustainability of energy supply. You will participate in lectures, tutorials, and lab sessions, through which you will:

• benefit from the programme’s multidiscipline design, with courses, teaching staff and supervisors drawn from our Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical and Civil engineering disciplines
• acquire in-depth technical knowledge, balanced with practical experience
• actively undertake research
• engage with the Institute for Energy Systems
• access world-class research facilities
• gain opportunities to work with industry

Accreditation of this MSc for CEng (Further Learning) means that our graduates who are seeking to become Chartered Engineers can count their MSc as one year of Further Learning when applying for the Chartered Engineer status.

The CEng accreditation is awarded by the Energy Institute (EI), which is an independent professional body. It gives students and employers confidence in the quality of the MSc Sustainable Energy Systems programme.

Students from the School of Engineering can sign up to become Student member of the EI free of change for the duration of their studies.

• Energy Institute

Programme structure

This programme is run over 12 months, with two semesters of taught courses followed by a research project leading to a masters thesis.

You will take the following compulsory courses:

• Technologies for Sustainable Energy
• Engineering Research Methods with Grand Challenge
• Sustainable Energy Contexts

You will also take one of the following courses:

• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals of Renewable Energy
• Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals of Renewable Energy You will select 20 credits of option courses which may include:
• Sustainable Theory and Contexts
• Fundamentals of Infrastructure Finance
• Applied Energy Finance
• Power Conversion
• Distributed Energy Resources and Smart Grids
• Power Engineering Fundamentals
• Power Systems
• Carbon Capture and Transport
• Solar Energy & Photovoltaic Systems
• Principles of Wind Energy
• Marine Energy
• Energy and Environmental Economics

You will also select 20 credits of option courses which may include:

• Nuclear Waste Management: Principles, Policies and Practice
• Power Systems Engineering and Economics
• Separation Processes for Carbon Capture
• Technology and Innovation Management
• Advanced Power Electronics and Machines
• Technology Entrepreneurship
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Energy Policy and Politics

Courses can change from year-to-year. Those listed provide a representation of courses previously offered. Courses for the forthcoming year will be published on the Degree Programme Table in the Spring.

MSc Dissertation

You will undertake a research project over the summer months, culminating in the submission of a dissertation. You will be able to develop your own project under the supervision of one of our academics and could work collaboratively with industry or other organisations. The project is conducted across highly relevant and multidisciplinary themes within the Institute for Energy Systems and increasingly across other institutes within the School of Engineering. We offer a wide range of topics including:

• Wind energy
• Wave energy
• Tidal energy
• Solar energy
• Sustainable energy life cycle assessment

Find out more about compulsory and optional courses

We link to the latest information available. Please note that this may be for a previous academic year and should be considered indicative.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the programme, you will be able to:

• specify and design energy systems that can deliver sustainable energy
• contribute to cutting-edge developments in sustainable energy
• apply your advance research skills and training, in both industrial and academics settings
• understand and tackle the global energy trilemma of supplying secure, equitable and environmentally sustainable energy

Career opportunities

Our graduates go on to a wide range of activities in industry, public organisations or academia. The MSc has well-established links with industry. Many graduates find employment with leading national and international companies involved with energy, consultancy and engineering.

Our recent graduates are now working in a variety of fields and roles, including:

• Consultants for power systems, energy and environment or renewable energy
• Electrical engineers
• Subsea engineers
• Civil or structural engineers
• Automotive engineers

Careers service

Entry requirements

These entry requirements are for the 2024/25 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2025/26 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2024.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in engineering or physics.

If you apply with a background in another field, you may be accepted if you hold a UK first class honours degree, or its international equivalent, and have studied mathematics to first year undergraduate level, including vectorial calculus (gradients, curls, etc), complex algebra and Fourier transforms. You must also be able to demonstrate a strong interest in the energy sector.

Students from China

This degree is Band B.

• Postgraduate entry requirements for students from China

International qualifications

Check whether your international qualifications meet our general entry requirements:

• Entry requirements by country
• English language requirements

Regardless of your nationality or country of residence, you must demonstrate a level of English language competency at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.

English language tests

We accept the following English language qualifications at the grades specified:

• IELTS Academic: total 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.
• TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
• C1 Advanced ( CAE ) / C2 Proficiency ( CPE ): total 176 with at least 169 in each component.
• Trinity ISE : ISE II with distinctions in all four components.
• PTE Academic: total 62 with at least 59 in each component.

Your English language qualification must be no more than three and a half years old from the start date of the programme you are applying to study, unless you are using IELTS , TOEFL, Trinity ISE or PTE , in which case it must be no more than two years old.

Degrees taught and assessed in English

We also accept an undergraduate or postgraduate degree that has been taught and assessed in English in a majority English speaking country, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration:

• UKVI list of majority English speaking countries

We also accept a degree that has been taught and assessed in English from a university on our list of approved universities in non-majority English speaking countries (non-MESC).

• Approved universities in non-MESC

If you are not a national of a majority English speaking country, then your degree must be no more than five years old* at the beginning of your programme of study. (*Revised 05 March 2024 to extend degree validity to five years.)

Find out more about our language requirements:

• Academic Technology Approval Scheme

If you are not an EU , EEA or Swiss national, you may need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme clearance certificate in order to study this programme.

Fees and costs

If you receive an offer of admission you will need to pay a deposit to secure your place.

• £1,500 (this contributes towards your tuition fees)

Any applicants who are required to pay will receive an offer with full details.

Find out more about tuition fee deposits:

• Tuition fee deposits

Living costs

You will be responsible for covering living costs for the duration of your studies.

Tuition fees

Scholarships and funding, uk government postgraduate loans.

If you live in the UK, you may be able to apply for a postgraduate loan from one of the UK’s governments.

The type and amount of financial support you are eligible for will depend on:

• your programme
• the duration of your studies
• your residency status

Programmes studied on a part-time intermittent basis are not eligible.

• UK government and other external funding

Housing, Construction and Infrastructure (HCI) Skills Gateway Scholarships

HCI Scholarships are part of the support programme for ‘advanced skills’ within the Housing Construction Infrastructure (HCI) Skills Gateway, which is an employability and skills support mechanism funded by the Scottish government within the Edinburgh & SE Scotland City Region Deal.

Scholarships are available to MSc and PG Dip students domiciled or working in the South-East of Scotland, more specifically the councils of:

• East Lothian
• Mid Lothian
• West Lothian
• City of Edinburgh
• Scottish Borders

Applications are particularly welcome from applicants of groups underrepresented in the construction industry (public and private sector).

Learn more about this scholarship:

• HCI Skills Gateway Scholarships

Engineering International Masters Scholarships

The scholarships will be awarded to overseas applicants who have been accepted for admission on a full-time basis for an eligible postgraduate taught Masters programme within the School of Engineering.

The scholarship will be awarded broadly on the basis of academic merit with candidates requiring a first-class honours degree from a UK university or overseas equivalent.

• Engineering International Masters Scholarship
• Scottish Power Scholarship
• Full tuition fees plus a monthly maintenance allowance

ScottishPower has been building relationships with universities in our communities for a number of years. Working together, we aim to support development of future talent while mitigating the projected skills gap within the energy sector.

The programme is designed to financially support high achieving recent graduates in Spain, the United Kingdom and Mexico, who are interested in pursuing an advanced degree in industry relevant fields such as engineering, smart grids, renewable energy, sustainability, energy and environment, information technology, big data, cybersecurity, and more.

Other funding opportunities

Search for scholarships and funding opportunities:

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Further information

• Admissions Officer (lines open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm)
• Phone: +44 (0)131 650 5737
• Contact: [email protected]
• Programme Director, Dr Brian Sellar
• Contact: [email protected]
• School of Engineering
• Sanderson Building
• The King's Buildings Campus
• School: Engineering
• College: Science & Engineering

Select your programme and preferred start date to begin your application.

MSc Sustainable Energy Systems - 1 Year (Full-time)

Application deadlines.

Due to high demand, the school operates a number of selection deadlines.

We strongly recommend you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

We will make a small number of offers to the most outstanding candidates on an ongoing basis, but hold the majority of applications until the next published selection deadline.

We aim to make the majority of decisions within eight weeks of the selection deadline.

If we have not made you an offer by a specific selection deadline this means one of two things:

• your application has been unsuccessful, in which case we will contact you to let you know, or
• your application is still being considered, will be carried forward for consideration in the next selection deadline and we’ll be in touch once a decision is made

Selection Deadlines

• How to apply

You must submit one reference with your application.

Find out more about the general application process for postgraduate programmes:

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Sustainable Energy Futures

Gain the skills needed to join the next generation of leaders in the energy sector.

Gain the skills needed to join the next generation of leaders in the energy sector

Understand global energy issues and how sustainable energy technologies interact with economics, the environment and policy

Apply a range of interdisciplinary skills to an extensive research project

Course key facts

Qualification, september 2024, £17,600 home, £40,900 overseas, delivered by, department of mechanical engineering, energy futures lab, south kensington, minimum entry standard, first class honours in engineering or physical sciences, course overview.

Explore global energy issues, sustainable energy technologies, and their interactions with economics, the environment and policy on this Master's course delivered by Energy Futures lab. 

You'll take a quantitative approach to the study of technology and systems to gain a more strategic perspective on energy issues.

Guided by departmental experts and industry leaders, you'll develop the critical evaluation skills, research techniques and methodologies essential for assessing real-world energy systems.

You'll apply these skills to an extensive research project in the summer term. 

Projects are available from all Imperial College London departments engaged in energy research, and also in partnership with industry.

This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.

Find out more about potential course changes .

Please note:  it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.

Core modules

• Research Project

You'll take mandatory foundation modules in the autumn term to build your interdisciplinary skills. In the spring term, you'll take specialised modules. 

These are taught as a sequence of intensive,  two-week units by experts from academia, industry and government.

Low Carbon Technologies

Understand the fundamentals of modern/future energy systems, focusing on solar, nuclear and wind energy, in terms of their technical properties and economic and environmental impacts.

Methods for the Analysis of Energy Systems

Examine a range of tools for the analysis of energy systems and resources from both technical/capability and environmental impact viewpoints.

Energy Economics and Policy

Unravel the key issues in energy economics and policy, and how they tie in with technology development initiatives.

Debating/Research, Consultancy and Project Management Workshops

Explore current energy issues and improve your debating skills.

The workshops will prepare you for the research project, how to operate effectively in teams, manage simple projects and be better prepared for leadership as an energy sector professional.

Entrepreneurship Towards Zero Carbon Energy Systems

Examine different elements of entrepreneurship relating to the renewable energy sector.

Urban Energy Systems

Analyse the importance of cities as centres of energy service demand and as opportunities for improved efficiency, from both historical and contemporary perspectives.

Synthetic fuels

Bioenergy and Hydrogen form the basis of this module, in which raw biomass can be converted into 'drop-in' gaseous, liquid, and solid energy carriers. Additionally, issues related to storage, transportation, and efficiency of hydrogen systems will be discussed.

Data Science and Digitalisation in the Energy Sector

Build your awareness of the potential role of data science and digitalisation in energy system management and development.

Energy Transmission and Storage

Explore transmission network issues towards the large-scale integration of wind vision for future distributed energy systems.

Sustainable Transport

Broaden your understanding of the issues associated with sustainable transport, including passenger and freight transport.

You'll undertake a research project, with the opportunity to engage with project proposals from across all departments involved in energy-related research.

You'll complete an assessed critical literature review early in the spring term, a thesis at the beginning of September, and present your research findings at our  student conference  in late September.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching and learning methods, balance of assessment.

• Research project
• 50% Modules
• 50% Research project

Assessment methods

Entry requirements.

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.

• Minimum academic requirement
• English language requirement
• International qualifications

First class Honours in engineering or physical sciences.

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the  higher College requirement  in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the  English language requirements .

We also accept a wide variety of international qualifications.

The academic requirement above is for applicants who hold or who are working towards a UK qualification.

For guidance see our accepted qualifications  though please note that the standards listed are the  minimum for entry to the College , and  not specifically this Department .

If you have any questions about admissions and the standard required for the qualification you hold or are currently studying then please contact the relevant admissions team .

How to apply

Apply online.

You can submit one application form per year of entry. You can choose up to two courses.

Application fee

There is no application fee for MRes courses, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, or courses such as PhDs and EngDs.

If you are applying for a taught Master’s course, you will need to pay an application fee before submitting your application.

The fee applies per application and not per course.

• £80 for all taught Master's applications, excluding those to the Imperial College Business School.
• £100 for all MSc applications to the Imperial College Business School.
• £150 for all MBA applications to the Imperial College Business School.

If you are facing financial hardship and are unable to pay the application fee, we encourage you to apply for our application fee waiver.

Read full details about the application fee and waiver

Application process

Find out more about  how to apply for a Master's course , including references and personal statements.

ATAS certificate

An ATAS certificate  is not  required for students applying for this course.

Tuition fees

Overseas fee, inflationary increases.

You should expect and budget for your fees to increase each year.

Your fee is based on the year you enter the College, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.

Find out more about our  tuition fees payment terms , including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.

Which fee you pay

Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out  how we assess your fee status .

Postgraduate Master's Loan

If you're a UK national, or EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you may be able to apply for a  Postgraduate Master’s Loan  from the UK government, if you meet certain criteria.

The government has not yet published the loan amount for students starting courses in Autumn 2024. As a guide, the maximum value of the loan was £12,167 for courses starting on or after 1 August 2023. 

The loan is not means-tested and you can choose whether to put it towards your tuition fees or living costs.

How will studying at Imperial help my career?

Acquire a range of multidisciplinary skills required to work in roles within the energy sector or an energy-related industry.

The Sustainable Energy Future course also gives you access to a network of over 500 alumni who live and work around the world.

Over 90% of graduates from this course currently work in the energy sector.

Further links

Contact the department.

• Telephone: +44(0)20 7594 5816
• Email:  [email protected]

Course Director:  Dr Fei Teng

Visit the  Department of Mechanical Engineering  website.

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Terms and conditions

There are some important pieces of information you should be aware of when applying to Imperial. These include key information about your tuition fees, funding, visas, accommodation and more.

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You can find further information about your course, including degree classifications, regulations, progression and awards in the programme specification for your course.

College of Engineering

Energy systems.

Our Master of Science in Energy Systems is an interdisciplinary program with a focus on the effective implementation of energy systems analysis and the integration of energy systems engineering technology with financial planning.

The program’s core courses in engineering knowledge, business, and finance are enhanced by elective courses across the College of Engineering. Students gain the theoretical knowledge and leadership skills to participate in decision-making and policy planning of new and efficient energy systems in the global market. They are prepared to participate in energy and environmental markets and to contribute to and lead cross-functional teams.

This online degree program is designed primarily for engineering and technical business majors pursuing an industrial or public planning career. Students from other backgrounds are accepted on a case-by-case basis. All students are prepared for various potential careers in multiple energy fields, including renewable energy, alternative transportation, carbon management, emissions, building efficiency, and the power industry.

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Unique features.

• Paid co-op positions can offset the cost of tuition for many students
• Online format allows you to build your credentials and enhance your knowledge, while a flexible schedule minimizes the disruption on your professional and personal life

Program Objectives

• Effectively integrate energy system development over a broad spectrum of technologies
• Formulate financial requirements for successful systems implementation
• Apply fundamental principles in the global energy market
• Analyze problems faced in energy generation and transmission
• Propose clean energy considerations and challenges
• Examine renewable options for consideration in a systems solution

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Program Costs

Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

Requirements

• Completed online application form
• Application fee
• Two letters of recommendation
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• GRE is not required for terms starting during the 2021-2022, 2022-2023, or 2023-2024 academic years
• Statement of purpose
• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants
• An undergraduate degree in engineering is preferred. Quantitative business or finance majors are acceptable if candidates also have some background in computer science and calculus.

Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.

Admissions Details Learn more about the College of Engineering admissions process, policies, and required materials.

Admissions Dates

Applications received after the stated deadline dates will be accepted and processed as quickly as possible; however it may not be possible to have a decision rendered in time for the applicant to begin taking classes for the desired term if admitted.

Applications submitted by the referenced dates will receive full consideration for the referenced term. Applications received after the referenced dates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Industry-aligned courses for in-demand careers.

For 100+ years, we’ve designed our programs with one thing in mind—your success. Explore the current program requirements and course descriptions, all designed to meet today’s industry needs and must-have skills.

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Northeastern combines rigorous academics with experiential learning and research to prepare students for real-world engineering challenges. The cooperative education program, also known as co-op, is one of the largest and most innovative in the world, and Northeastern is one of only a few that offers a co-op program for graduate students. Through this program, students gain up to eight months of professional experience employed in their field of interest as part of the academic curriculum, giving them a competitive edge upon graduation. The College of Engineering has over 2,000 co-op employer partners globally. Our dedicated team of co-op coordinators prepare students for the co-op experience through resume building, developing interview skills, and guiding professional development.

Our Faculty

Northeastern University faculty represents a broad cross-section of professional practices and fields, including finance, education, biomedical science, management, and the U.S. military. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.

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By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 13 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 3,000 employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

Below is a look at where our Engineering alumni work, the positions they hold, and the skills they bring to their organization.

Where They Work

• GE Aviation
• Bose Corporation

What They Do

• Engineering
• Business Development
• Program and Project Management
• Entrepreneurship

What They're Skilled At

• Project Management
• Manufacturing

Learn more about Northeastern Alumni on  Linkedin .

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• Become an in-demand engineer in the renewable energy sector, with the right multidisciplinary skill-set to pioneer the design, build and management of its infrastructure.
• Taught at our Penryn campus, you’ll have access to some of the exceptional on and off-shore renewable energy facilities that Cornwall has to offer.
• Our wide-ranging expertise means you’ll have the opportunity to follow your interests by studying modules relating to different themes and technologies.

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12th for Electrical & Electronic Engineering in The Complete University Guide 2024

£6.5million investment in our teaching labs, workshop spaces and equipment

Expertise in energy policy, marine renewables, biofuels, electrical power and networks, wind, photo-voltaic and thermal technologies

Specialist facilities include microscopy suite, aerodynamics and fluids laboratories, additive manufacturing workshop and vibration testing rigs

Accreditations

Accredited by the  Energy Institute (EI) on behalf of the Engineering Council  as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.

Entry requirements

All applicants are considered individually on merit although we usually require a 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent) from a recognised university. We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements.

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B3 . Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

Course content

This programme is modular and flexible, carrying 180 credits in total and offering flexibility in choice of modules studied.

MSc Renewable Energy Engineering consists of three core modules totalling 105 credits, which includes the 60-credit research project, and five 15-credit optional modules.

The programme begins in October each year and the taught elements are concluded by May. The research project, under the personal supervision of an expert in the chosen area, continues until September.

We have internationally-renowned research expertise across a wide range of technologies from solar and marine energy through to life cycle analysis and energy storage. This means students are taught by leading researchers working on cutting-edge innovations, and have the opportunity to work with the research teams and contribute to these developments through dissertation projects.

The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.

Teaching and research

Teaching and assessment.

The programme is delivered through a mix of lectures, seminars, tutorials, industrial presentations, case studies, industry visits, computer simulations, project work and a dissertation.

You will develop transferable skills such as management and communication skills, computational techniques, data handling and analysis, problem solving, decision making and research methodology. Many of these will be addressed within an industrial and commercial context.

Personal Tutor

You will be allocated a Personal Tutor who is available for advice and support throughout your studies, along with support and mentoring from graduates who are now in industry. There is also a Postgraduate Tutor available to help with further guidance and advice.

A research and practice-led culture

We believe every student benefits from being taught by experts active in research and practice. You will discuss the very latest ideas, research discoveries and new technologies in seminars and in the field. Plus, you’ll become actively involved in a research project yourself.

All our academic staff are active in internationally-recognised scientific research across a wide range of topics. You will also be taught by leading industry practitioners.

Maths support

Throughout your studies you will have access to support materials designed to refresh your knowledge of engineering mathematics. Mathematics for Engineers is a non-credit bearing online resource that covers the mathematics needed to undertake an MSc. It is an invaluable revision tool for those wishing to refresh their knowledge of common mathematical topics.

Sample mathematics test

Unsure whether your maths is good enough for an MSc? Take the short test below to find out. This has been developed in conjunction with the Mathematics for Engineers module and covers many of the topics listed above.

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2024/25 entry

Uk fees per year: .

£13,700 full-time

International fees per year: 

£29,100 full-time

Fee information

Fees can normally be paid by two termly instalments and may be paid online. You will also be required to pay a  tuition fee deposit  to secure your offer of a place, unless you qualify for exemption. For further information about paying fees see our  Student Fees  pages.

UK government postgraduate loan scheme

Postgraduate loans are now available for Masters degrees.   Find out more about eligibility and how to apply .

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For more information on scholarships, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.

*Selected programmes only. Please see the Terms and Conditions for each scheme for further details.

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Employer-valued skills

The MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering has been designed to include the knowledge and skills that potential employers in the energy sector have told us they require.

The UK’s commitment to expansion of renewable energy is likely to mean a high level of investment in the sector in the next decade. The adoption of the UK’s microgeneration tariff in 2009, the Green Deal in 2013, the phased adoption of the Renewable Heat Incentive from 2011-2014 and introduction of Contracts for Difference in 2014, suggests continued strong support for rapid expansion of renewable energy in the UK.

National and international job opportunities

We maintain strong links with Exeter Renewable Energy alumni who are currently in different positions in the industry. We are looking to develop more events with alumni attendance and have an active Renewable Energy Alumni group where news of jobs and other opportunities are posted.

Internationally, many other countries are making similar investments with major industrial nations including the US, India and China investing heavily in renewable generation. This investment will create broad opportunities for those seeking to work in the sector, both nationally and internationally.

Graduates have moved into a broad range of careers from developing and operating the latest renewable energy technologies, to development of sites to deploy energy systems, and optimising operational performance. In addition to engineering-focused roles our graduates have also moved into non-technical roles, such as advising investors on suitable projects through and developing policy and planning frameworks. A number of our students also move on to PhDs in the energy sector.

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MSc Renewable Energy and Clean Technology / Application and selection

Year of entry: 2024

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How to apply

We operate a non-staged admissions process for this programme. Provided your application is complete we aim to give you a decision on your application within 3 months from the date in which it was submitted. However, due to the competition for places and the volume of applications received, it may take longer than the standard time frame to receive an outcome. Please note that all places are subject to availability.

Applications placed after 30th June 2024 may be considered at our discretion if there are still places available on the programme.

Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place must demonstrate that they have met all the conditions of their offer by 31 July 2024.

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Advice to applicants

 We require the following documents before we can consider your application:

• Official Bachelor degree transcripts, including official translations and original language copies if study not undertaken in English. 2+2 and 3+1 applicants must provide official transcripts and certificates from both institutions.
• An official document from your university verifying your current weighted average mark (not arithmetic average) if this information is not included in your transcript of study.  Please note : where grades are given as a percentage, the weighted average mark must also be recorded as a percentage, not as a GPA grade.
• Degree certificate if you have already graduated.
• If still studying, please provide an official list of all the modules you are taking in your final year.
• A CV if you graduated more than three years ago.
• We require one supporting academic reference. Referees will be contacted and asked to submit a reference directly to us via our referee portal. We will let you know when they have done this. Make sure your referees are aware in advance as they play a vital part in the assessment of your application.

Personal statements are not required for your application to this programme.

If English is not your first language, we also require proof of your English language ability. If you have already taken an English language qualification, please include your certificate with your application.

You must submit all these supporting documents with your application. If any of the above information is missing, we will not be able to consider your application and it may be withdrawn.

How your application is considered

We consider your full academic history including which course units you have taken and the marks obtained. Even if you have met our minimum entry requirements, we will take into account your marks in relevant course units in our final decision making.

If you graduated more than three years ago, we will also consider the information contained on your CV and any relevant work experience you have to assess if you are still able to fulfil the entry criteria.

Interview requirements

Overseas (non-uk) applicants.

Self-funded international applicants for this course will be required to pay a deposit of £1,000 towards their tuition fees before a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) is issued. This deposit will only be refunded if immigration permission is refused. We will notify you about how and when to make this payment.

Please upload a copy of your current valid passport with your application showing the photograph page with your application. For CAS purposes, this must show your full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number and the date the passport is valid until, which must be later than the date of your planned arrival in the UK, and the start date of your course.

If you have previously studied in the UK on a Tier 4 visa as an undergraduate or postgraduate student, please send a copy of your previous CAS statement to us as it will assist with the issue of your new CAS statement. This includes study in the UK on study abroad programmes and any study that you did not complete.

You cannot use your CAS to apply for a visa more than three months before the start date of your course. The Admissions Team will contact you at the appropriate time.

Your CAS number is only valid for one Tier 4 application.

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Lund University

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Sustainable Energy Engineering - Master's Programme

Master's programme · 2 years · 120 credits

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Description

The landscape of the energy industry is drastically changing throughout the world due to concern over global warming, push for using non fossil energy sources, geo-political problems connected to the fossil fuel sources and an increased electrification of transport and industry. Strict regulations over the emissions from energy industry and new roadmaps for a fossil fuel free future are in place in many countries. Worldwide, companies, universities and research institutes are exploring modern technologies and improving existing technologies to meet new demands and regulations.

The programme relates mainly to energy conversion and energy distribution, which concerns technical equipment such as power plants, fuel cells, engines, batteries or heat pumps and are usually based on the more basic sciences thermo- and fluid dynamics, but also other parts of physics as well as parts of chemistry. The programme is a cooperation between the Departments of Energy Sciences, Architecture and the Built Environment, Biomedical Engineering and Technology and Society at LTH – the faculty of Engineering at Lund University. The research at the participating departments is multifaceted and the goals range from increased electrical efficiency and reduced environmental impact to more efficient energy supply in sustainable urban construction. This expertise should now be implemented in the education of future students to fill the gap between the graduate’s knowledge and a fast-developing energy industry. The Master’s programme is aimed to address this gap.

Students have some freedom to choose courses fitting the personal interest and can choose between several specializations based on their elective courses. The programme features both theoretical and practical learning, as well as group assignments and presentations. In addition to courses, all of our students undertake a research project for their Master’s thesis. 

Full list of courses in the first year of the programme:  https://www.lth.se/english/study/tahet

Career prospects

Currently, there are very big changes in the world’s energy supply.

The programme aims to develop future energy technology professionals by providing them with deep theoretical knowledge in combination with hands-on practical experience. The programme will prepare students and develop the necessary professional knowledge for a career in energy companies, authorities, consulting firms or academia. The energy industry is large. For example, more than half of the world’s 20 largest companies (in revenue) are oil or energy companies. Planned investments in infrastructure (transformation and transfer) are huge. The consequences for the labor market should be that the demand for people educated in energy technology will continue to increase.

The programme is concluded with a Master’s thesis project that may be performed in close collaboration with either industry in Sweden or abroad or with the world-leading academic research that is carried out at Lund University.

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Learn more about our application periods and when to apply for studies at Lund University. 

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Programme Director

Hesameddin Fatehi

Email : msc [dot] energy [at] lth [dot] lu [dot] se

International Coordinator

Helene von Wachenfelt

Requirements and selection

Entry requirements.

A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering or equivalent. Completed courses in mathematics including calculus, multivariable analysis and linear algebra, as well as completed courses in classical thermodynamics, heat transfer (may be included in a comprehensive course in thermodynamics) and fluid mechanics. A course in electrical engineering, including circuit theory, three-phase AC and electrical machines. English 6.

Selection criteria

The selection is based on academic qualifications and on a statement of purpose.

English language requirements

Most of Lund University’s programmes require English Level 6 (unless otherwise stated under 'Entry requirements'). This is the equivalent of an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90. There are several ways to prove your English language proficiency – check which proof is accepted at the University Admissions in Sweden website. All students must prove they meet English language requirements by the deadline, in order to be considered for admission.

How to prove your English proficiency – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements

Check if there are any country-specific eligibility rules for you to study Bachelor's or Master's studies in Sweden:

Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se

Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se

Start Autumn Semester 2024

Day-time Lund, full time 100%

Study period

2 September 2024 - 7 June 2026

Application

How to apply

Lund University uses a national application system run by University Admissions in Sweden. It is only possible to apply during the application periods.

When to apply for studies

Step 1: Apply online

• Check that you meet the  entry requirements of the programme or course you are interested in (refer to the section above on this webpage).
• Start your application – go to the University Admissions in Sweden website where you create an account and select programmes/courses during the application period. Visit the University Admissions in Sweden website
• Rank your programme/course choices in order of preference and submit them before the  application deadline .

Step 2: Submit documents

• Read about how to document your eligibility and how to submit your documents at the University Admissions in Sweden website. Follow any country-specific document rules for Master's studies or Bachelor's studies Country-specific requirements for Bachelor's studies – universityadmissions.se Country-specific requirements for Master's studies – universityadmissions.se  
• Get all your documents ready: - official transcripts and high school diploma (Bachelor's applicants) - official transcripts and degree certificate or proof that you are in the final year of your Bachelor's (Master's applicants) - passport/ID (all applicants) and - proof of English proficiency (all applicants).  
• Prepare  programme-specific documents  if stated in the next paragraph on this webpage.
• Upload or send  all  required documents to University Admissions before the  document deadline .
• Pay the application fee (if applicable – refer to the section below on this webpage) before the  document deadline .

* Note that the process is different if you are applying as an exchange student or as a part of a cooperation programme (such as Erasmus+). * If you have studied your entire Bachelor's programme in Sweden and all of your academic credits are in Ladok, you do not have to submit transcripts or your diploma when applying for a Master's programme.  However, there may still be other documents you need to submit! See the link below.  *  Svensk student?  Läs instruktionerna om att söka till ett internationellt masterprogram på lu.se

Programme-specific documents

In addition to the documents mentioned under Step 2, you must also submit the document 'Summary sheet and statement of purpose' when you apply to this programme. To do this you need to:

• Fill in our template.
• Save the template as a PDF.
• Upload the PDF to your account at universityadmissons.se.

Template for the summary sheet and statement of purpose – Sustainable Energy Engineering (PDF, 413 kB, new tab)

No additional programme-specific documents (such as a CV or letters of recommendation) are required when you apply for this programme.  

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Tuition fees

Non-eu/eea citizens.

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 340 000

First payment: SEK 85 000

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Citizens of a country outside of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. You pay one instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

EU/EEA citizens and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

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If you are required to pay tuition fees, you are generally also required to pay an application fee of SEK 900 when you apply at the University Admissions in Sweden website. You pay one application fee regardless of how many programmes or courses you apply to.

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*Note that there are no tuition or application fees for exchange students or doctoral/PhD students, regardless of their nationality.

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The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

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The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students applying for studies in Sweden at Master's level.

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Renewable Energy MSc

Apply by 28 March 2024 and you could be eligible for a 5% discount on your tuition fees.

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High value scholarships available: Brian Meredith Net Zero Scholarships, SWEE Course Excellence Scholarships, SWEE Regional Excellence Scholarships , Cranfield SWEE Merit Scholarships.

Study Renewable Energy at Cranfield and tackle climate change head on 

• Start date Full-time: October, part-time: October
• Duration One year full-time, two-three years part-time
• Delivery Taught modules 40%, group project 20% (or dissertation for part-time students), and individual project 40%
• Qualification MSc, PgDip, PgCert
• Study type Full-time / Part-time
• Campus Cranfield campus

Who is it for?

This postgraduate degree in renewable energy is designed for engineering, maths or science graduates who wish to develop a successful and rewarding career in the renewable energy sector. It will equip you with the multidisciplinary skills required to design, optimise and evaluate the technical and economic viability of renewable energy schemes. The engineering route will provide you with the technical skills required to design renewable energy systems, including finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and technology lifecycle management (TLM). Alternatively, you can specialise in managing renewable energy projects and systems, focusing on topics such as health and safety and environment, energy entrepreneurship and asset management.

Your career

With the current global focus on developing low carbon energy production and renewable energy technologies, you can expect to be highly sought after by employers. Equipped with the expertise to analyse current and future energy needs and to design and implement appropriate solutions, a wide range of careers are open to you, as a professional scientist or engineer across the full breadth of industrial and public sector organisations involved in renewable energy.

For example, on completion of the course, our students have been employed by organisations such as E.ON, Vestas, Vattenfall, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, ABB, Scottish Renewables, EDF and Iberdrola.

In their new careers, our graduates have worked work on a diverse and exciting range of renewable energy projects, including:

• Design of new renewable energy solutions,
• Testing and certification of renewable energy technologies,
• Operation and maintenance of renewable energy technologies,
• Technical-environmental analysis of novel renewable energy solutions, such as floating wind turbines and wave energy converters.

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Cranfield’s Career Service is dedicated to helping you meet your career aspirations. You will have access to career coaching and advice, CV development, interview practice, access to hundreds of available jobs via our Symplicity platform and opportunities to meet recruiting employers at our careers fairs. Our strong reputation and links with potential employers provide you with outstanding opportunities to secure interesting jobs and develop successful careers. Support continues after graduation and as a Cranfield alumnus, you have free life-long access to a range of career resources to help you continue your education and enhance your career.

Why this course?

Governments around the world are establishing increasingly ambitious targets for renewable energy use. For example, by 2030 China plans to increase the share of non-fossil fuels in its total energy mix to 20% and Europe to 30%. The Renewable Energy MSc will prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career helping to address the global challenge of moving to a low carbon economy.

• Study at a top 5 ranked UK university for mechanical, aeronautical and manufacturing engineering,
• Choose to acquire the technical skills required to design renewable energy systems, or focus on developing the capability to manage renewable engineering projects and systems,
• Participate in individual and group projects focused on your personal interests and career aspirations,
• Learn from lecturers with extensive, current experience of working with industry on solving real world energy challenges,
• Benefit from engineering-scale facilities for the development of efficient technologies with low CO 2 emissions.

This MSc is supported by our team of professorial thought leaders, including Professor Upul KG Wijayantha , who is influential in the field of renewable energy, and an integral part of this MSc.

The highlight for me was definitely the group project – working in relation to wind turbines. We studied a new component used in the base and the foundations of wind turbine structures and it was just a fantastic experience. I worked with some really great fellow students and took on a bit of a leadership role that I found I really enjoyed.

Renewable energy has always been an interest of mine. After seven years of working in the industry I needed a change, so I thought coming to Cranfield to study renewable energy would be the perfect way to refresh my knowledge to take my career in a new and exciting direction.

If you get the opportunity to come to Cranfield, you should grab it with both hands. You should challenge yourself and not stay in your comfort zones; get to experience the different cultures and get to experience the diversity. Cranfield in a few words to me is innovative, diverse, peaceful and amazing.

The year I spent at Cranfield was one of the most enriching experiences of my life. The right balance of engineering and management modules, the personalised attention from the faculty staff and the interesting, complex projects are just a few examples of why I consider my Cranfield experience a fundamental part of the engineer I am today.

Lucile Marechal

Clare Cooper

Xavier Lebrija

Informed by industry.

The Renewable Energy MSc is closely aligned with industry to ensure that you are fully prepared for your new career.

• Cranfield’s long-standing strategic partnerships with prominent players in the energy sector ensures that the course content meets the needs of global employers in the renewable energy sector,
• The teaching team are heavily involved in industrially funded research and development, enabling you to benefit from real-world case studies throughout the course,
• An industrial advisory board for the course scrutinises course content and ensures its relevance to the needs of global employers,
• State-of-the-art technical modules cover a range of industry-relevant topics including Renewable Engineering Technologies, Engineering Stress Analysis: Theory and Simulations, Fluid Mechanics and Loading, Design of Offshore Energy Structures,
• Management modules cover essential industry relevant topics including Energy Entrepreneurship, Energy Economics and Policy and Sustainability and Environmental Assessment.

Course details

The taught programme for the Renewable Energy MSc comprises eight modules and is generally delivered from October to February. Each module is typically delivered over two weeks. Generally, the first week involves intensive teaching while the second week has fewer teaching hours to allow time for more independent learning and completion of the assessment. Students on the part-time programme will complete all the modules based on a flexible schedule that will be agreed with the Course Director.

Course delivery

Taught modules 40%, group project 20% (or dissertation for part-time students), and individual project 40%

Group project

The group project is an applied, multidisciplinary, team-based activity. Often solving real-world, industry-based problems, you and your fellow students will have the opportunity to take responsibility for a consultancy-type project while working under academic supervision. The group project is highly valued by employers for developing your ability to work within agreed objectives, deadlines and budgets, whilst developing transferable skills such as teamwork, self-reflection and effective communication.

Recent group projects include: 

• Conversion of consumer waste plastic into new plastics
• Design specification of pilot scale 142 kWth air/rock
• Thermodynamic modelling of using Ca-based sorbents for heavy metal emission control during contaminated biomass combustion
• Conceptual and preliminary design of a SPAR for a 5 MW VAWT

Individual project

Selected in consultation with the Thesis Co-ordinator and Course Director, the individual project offers the opportunity for you to focus on an area of particular interest and of direct relevance to your career aspirations. It will enable you to develop independent research skills, to think and work in an original way, contribute to knowledge, and overcome real-world problems – particularly as many of the projects are supported by external organisations.

Recent individual projects include:

• Modelling, structural analysis, and optimisation of a 10-metre solar concentrating mirror array for industrial process heat applications,
• Pollution modelling and mitigation strategies through renewable energy technologies in Mexico City,
• Floating offshore wind turbines and support foundations in ultra deep waters,
• CFD study of a ducted wind turbine,
• Design characterisation of a horizontal plate wave energy converter,
• Fatigue damage analysis of offshore wind monopolies.

Keeping our courses up-to-date and current requires constant innovation and change. The modules we offer reflect the needs of business and industry and the research interests of our staff and, as a result, may change or be withdrawn due to research developments, legislation changes or for a variety of other reasons. Changes may also be designed to improve the student learning experience or to respond to feedback from students, external examiners, accreditation bodies and industrial advisory panels.

To give you a taster, we have listed the compulsory and elective (where applicable) modules which are currently affiliated with this course. All modules are indicative only, and may be subject to change for your year of entry.

Course modules

Engineering route compulsory modules, renewable energy technologies 1, renewable energy technologies 2, engineering stress analysis: theory and simulations, solar energy engineering, fluid mechanics and loading, design of offshore energy structures, energy entrepreneurship, elective modules one of the modules from the following list need to be taken as part of this course, energy systems case studies, short research project, management route compulsory modules, sustainability and environmental assessment, energy economics and policy, health, safety and environmental risk, engineering project management, teaching team.

You will be taught by industry-active research academics from Cranfield with an established track record, supported by visiting lecturers from industry. The Admissions Tutor and Course Director is Dr Peter King. Heather Almond is Deputy Course Director.

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Dr Sagar Jain

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Dr Liang Yang

Dr Pegah Mirzania

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Accreditation.

This postgraduate degree in renewable energy is accredited by the  Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)  and  The Energy Institute .

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• * This course has an annual registration fee and a fee per module. The fee quoted above is the annual registration fee and this amount is invoiced annually. The fee for taught modules is £1,520 per 10 credits, invoiced on attendance. Modules will usually be worth 5, 10, 20, or 30 credits, with the module fee for each calculated accordingly.
• ** Fees can be paid in full up front, or in equal annual instalments. Students who complete their course before the initial end date will be invoiced the outstanding fee balance and must pay in full prior to graduation.
• The fees outlined apply to all students whose initial date of registration falls on or between 1 August 2024 and 31 July 2025.
• All students pay the tuition fee set by the University for the full duration of their registration period.
• For self-funded students a non-refundable deposit is required, which is offset against the tuition fee. Home students will pay a £500 deposit. Overseas students will pay a £1,000 deposit.
• Additional fees for extensions to the agreed registration period may be charged.
• Eligibility for Home fee status is determined with reference to UK Department for Education rules. As a guiding principle UK or Irish nationals who are ordinarily resident in either the UK or Republic of Ireland pay Home tuition fees. All other students (including those from the Channel Islands and Isle of Man) pay Overseas fees.

Funding Opportunities

To help students in finding and securing appropriate funding we have created a funding finder where you can search for suitable sources of funding by filtering the results to suit your needs.  Visit the funding finder.

Brian Meredith Net Zero Scholarships Cranfield University is committed to enabling a more sustainable future for all, and as part of this we have partnered with Green Future Investments Limited to offer the Brian Meredith Net Zero Scholarships to students starting in October 2024. These £20,000 prestigious scholarships will be awarded to students based on their academic excellence, financial needs and their future potential to make a difference.

Course Excellence Scholarships These scholarships provide you with the opportunity to study with us and take the next steps in achieving a sustainability focused global career. These scholarships offer a 50% reduction in applicable full-time MSc course fees.

Regional Excellence Scholarships The Regional Excellence Scholarships have been developed to attract exceptional students from around the world, who are dedicated to making a difference in their chosen specialism. These scholarships offer a 40% reduction in applicable full-time MSc course fees.

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM Cranfield University, in partnership with the British Council, is proud to join the Women in STEM Scholarship initiative by offering five fully funded scholarships for female students from wider Europe. We are looking for women with a background in STEM, who can demonstrate their need for financial support and who wish to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM.

Cranfield Scholarship SWEE Merit We have a limited number of scholarships available for candidates from around the world. Scholarships are awarded to applicants who show both aptitude and ability for the subject they are applying.

Masters Loan from Student Finance England A Masters Loan is now available for UK applicants to help you pay for your Master’s course. You can apply for a loan at  GOV.UK .

Santander Scholarship The Santander Scholarship at Cranfield University is worth £4,000 towards tuition fees for full-time Master's courses. The scholarship is open to female students from the UK.

Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Countries Students from developing countries who would not otherwise be able to study in the UK can apply for a Commonwealth Scholarship which includes tuition fees, travel and monthly stipend for Master’s study.

Chevening Scholarships Chevening Scholarships are awarded to outstanding emerging leaders to pursue a one-year Master’s at Cranfield university. The scholarship includes tuition fees, travel and monthly stipend for Master’s study.

Institution of Mechanical Engineers Postgraduate Master's Scholarship IMechE is offering a number of postgraduate research scholarships worth up to £6,500 to graduates with a 2:1 honours IMechE-accredited BEng (Hons) degree to allow them to undertake an IMechE-accredited Master's degree.

IGEM Postgraduate Master's Scholarship The Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) is offering postgraduate Master's scholarships worth £6,500 to those studying an Engineering Council-accredited degree.

Lendwise Postgraduate Student Loan The Lendwise Postgraduate Student Loan provides tuition fee and maintenance loans of between £5,000 and £100,000 for eligible applicants studying at Cranfield University.

Scottish Power Master's Scholarship The scholarship covers tuition fees and living costs for postgraduate students in engineering, renewable energy, environmental science, cyber security and related fields.

The TAQA Arabia International Scholarship The TAQA Arabia International Scholarship for Egyptian students will go towards funding the studies of one Master’s degree student per year in the field of renewable energy. The TAQA scholarship covers both tuition fees and living expenses.

Delta Foundation Chevening Scholarships Taiwan The Chevening/Delta Environmental Scholarship Scheme is designed to promote environmental awareness and increase future activity to tackle environmental issues, in particular climate change, by offering two joint scholarships for students from Taiwan.

A first or second class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in a related science or engineering discipline. Other recognised professional qualifications or several years' relevant industrial experience may be accepted as equivalent, subject to approval by the Course Director.

Applicants who do not fulfil the standard entry requirements can apply for the Pre-master's course , successful completion of which will qualify them for entry to this course for a second year of study.

English language

To study for a formal award at Cranfield you will need to demonstrate that you can communicate effectively in English in an academic environment. Full details of how you can meet this requirement can be found in our English language requirements section .

Approved English tests for Renewable Energy MSc

Please note that:

• We verify all test scores with the test providers.
• We are only able to accept tests taken within two years of the course start date.
• All elements of the test results must be demonstrated in one test, we are unable to accept a combination of scores across two or more tests.
• In extremely rare circumstances we may reject a test score if one element of the test has a very low score. This would only occur if we believed this would impact on your ability to study with us or if the score did not meet UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements to study in the UK.
• Not all English tests are suitable for obtaining a Student visa for pre-sessional study. You can check entry requirements on the Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course page.

IELTS IELTS Academic , IELTS Online , IELTS for UKVI Academic , IELTS Indicator 1 (we also accept IELTS One Skill Retake tests) - 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components.

TOEFL TOEFL iBT (we accept TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition and TOEFL iBT Paper Edition) - 92 total and minimum skill component scores of 18 reading, 17 listening, 20 speaking and 17 writing.

Cambridge Assessment English Any Cambridge Assessment English test meeting the required scores will be accepted. The following are recommended as being within the scale score range: Cambridge C1 Advanced , Cambridge C2 Proficiency , Linguaskill General - Cambridge English Scale score of 180 overall and 160 in all skill components.

Duolingo Duolingo English Test - 120 overall and minimum subscores of 95 literacy, 100 comprehension, 85 conversation and 75 production.

Kaplan Kaplan Test of English 2 - 475 overall and 410 in all skill components. Cranfield applicants and offer holders are entitled to a 25% discount. Register for a test using this form to benefit from the discount.

LanguageCert LanguageCert Academic (approved by UKVI as a SELT exam) - 70 overall and 60 in all skill components. International ESOL B2 Communicator (two separate exams are available: Written (Listening, Reading, Writing) and Spoken (Speaking). These exams can be taken together or independently, however both exams must be taken to meet our requirements):

• Written and Spoken exams together - High Pass overall and 33 in all skill components.
• Written exam - High Pass overall and 33 in each skill components.
• Spoken exam - Pass overall and 33 in speaking skill component.

Password Password Skills Plus - 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components.

Pearson PTE PTE Academic , PTE Academic Online , PTE Academic UKVI - 65 overall and 59 in all skill components.

Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English - ISE III (C1) - Overall Pass outcome.

1 Only available in China. 2 Formerly Kaplan International Tools for English (KITE).

Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Applicants who do not already meet the English language entry requirement above can apply for one of our Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses .

Please be aware that not all English tests are suitable for obtaining a Student visa for pre-sessional study. You can check entry requirements on the Pre-sessional EAP course page.

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Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy

How do we develop renewable and sustainable energy sources to help power the world? Equip yourself to help create a sustainable energy future for our planet with a Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy. 

What type of student are you?

You're considered a domestic student if you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident , a New Zealand citizen or hold a permanent Australian humanitarian visa.

You're an international student if you hold or are applying for a Student, Diplomatic, Bridging, Temporary or Provisional Resident visa, or are a permanent resident of New Zealand.

The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Renewable energy is a key driver for a sustainable global future, and this course will provide you with the background needed to create a sustainable future for our planet.

This course offers advanced training in the area of renewable and sustainable energy systems, sustainable energy policy and development, energy efficiency and carbon management. It's been been developed in conjunction with industry consultants in the energy and carbon industry, with additional units added to the program in response to industry demands and developments.

You’ll learn the advanced interdisciplinary skills required to design, optimise and evaluate the technical, social and economic viability of renewable energy schemes.

Gain practical experience and learn from experts from the Murdoch University Energy Research and Innovation Group (MUERI), with the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in an area you’re passionate about.

You’ll graduate with a globally recognised multi-disciplinary degree taught by researchers at the forefront of their fields.

3 reasons to study a Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering at Murdoch

• Murdoch have been at the forefront of energy teaching and research since 1975 and offer the most comprehensive program in renewable energy within Australia.
• Learn from industry and academia experts who have research expertise in renewable energy system design and performance, energy efficient buildings and transport, sustainable energy development, Smart Cities, climate change risk assessments, carbon neutral strategies, energy storage, and biomass technology.
• Take advantage of our teaching and research facilities, including our renewable energy outdoor test area for research and development on solar photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power, wind turbines, hybrid systems and micro-grid technology and engineering and energy laboratory.

What you'll learn

• Renewable energy systems design
• Planning sustainable energy projects in developing countries
• Assessing the energy efficiency of buildings
• Developing sustainable energy policy
• Conducting climate change risks assessment and developing management strategies
• Executing a substantial research project in the areas of renewable energy, energy efficiency and climate change management

Your future career

Graduating with a Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy will give you skills that are in high demand for a range of careers in areas ranging from renewable energy systems design and project management, through to energy and carbon policy, greenhouse gas accounting and energy management. You could expect to gain employment in the following industries and organisations:

• Power generation
• Renewable energy manufacturing and installation
• International aid
• Government departments
• Economic regulatory authorities
• Energy efficiency and environmental consultancies
• Carbon accounting
• Energy and environmental consultancies
• University and private industry research organisations
• Local councils

Professional recognition

Students who complete the unit PEN590 Energy Systems as part of this course are eligible for provisional accreditation by the Clean Energy Council for design of stand-alone photovoltaic systems, small wind power systems and micro hydro power systems. Students who complete the units PEN628 are eligible to apply to become an Infrastructure Australia Accredited Professional.

Study areas

• Engineering and Energy

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Advanced standing.

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship.

Whether you’re a high achiever or have experienced hardship, we offer a wide range of scholarships and awards to students from all walks of life. Explore our scholarships to find the ones you could be eligible for as a new Murdoch student as well as what's available throughout your degree.

How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer .

Course fees vary depending on the level of study and the year of commencement. Use our Fee Calculator to estimate the cost of your course.

Make the most of your university experience by reducing the financial costs with a scholarship. Our International Welcome Scholarship offers eligible students between $8,000 and $11,000, depending on the course you study.

The Australian Government also offers scholarships to students from developing countries through the Australia Awards Scholarship program.

Explore our scholarships and find out if you’re eligible to apply.

How to apply

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Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all  the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
• Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Recommended documents (if applicable)

• Change of name documentation
• Marriage certificate
• Most recent Curriculum Vitae if applying using professional experience
• Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
• Personal Statement (SOP)
• Up to date Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

• A copy of your visa documents (if available)
• A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
• Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
• Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored

All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.

Master of Science in Green Technologies

Application deadlines.

Spring 2025: September 1, 2024

Fall 2024: January 15, 2024

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Green Technologies is a highly interdisciplinary degree program that emphasizes green systems and the environment, energy technology and efficiency, and sustainability and society. The discipline seeks opportunities for alternative sourcing, conservation, efficiency, and repurposing through an understanding of product life cycles from origins to recycling or inevitable disposal. Green technologists will design products, processes, and complex infrastructure systems to promote sustainable attributes of importance to the environment and the global community.

Unlike other schools, the Viterbi School of Engineering sponsors the  Green Technologies degree program without exclusive ties to any particular department. This allows students to form plans-of-study that accommodate diverse engineering perspectives in support of unique and challenging career opportunities. Students also benefit from numerous green and sustainable projects throughout the Los Angeles region.

• This program requires completion of 27 units of coursework
• Eligible for the OPT STEM extension
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants to the master's of science programs in Green Technologies are required to have a bachelor’s degree or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree. Degrees in any engineering or engineering-related disciplines are frequently represented among our program applicants, including but not limited to the following:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Energy Science
• Mechanical Engineering

Applicants without a Bachelor’s degree in the preferred majors listed above will only be considered with coursework and demonstrated proficiency in the acceptable courses listed below ( or equivalent ). 

Applications are reviewed holistically; simply taking these courses does not guarantee admission.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

The following materials are required to be included with your online application:

• Transcripts
• Personal Statement
• Letter of Recommendation (2 required)

NOTE:   The GRE is   not required   for 2024 applications.

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Estimated Cost of Attendance - 27 Unit Program

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    AYTEN KAHYA

How has living in Los Angeles impacted your experience as a Green Technologies student? It is great to be in L.A. as California pioneers the country in sustainability. So, it is a great opportunity to follow up with recent technologies, implementations, and progress. In my experience, I have seen and learned about great green tech solutions here and have been able to follow up with some of the efforts for sustainability. I have also seen that there are a lot of improvements to be done as green tech and sustainability approaches are not broadly adopted.

As a Green Technologies student, what do you see as two of the most pressing changes our businesses and society must make in the coming years? I believe that the most important thing that needs to change is the awareness of climate change threat; society and business have to realize how serious the problem is. Businesses that are focused on short term returns should stop viewing it as an external issue that needs a few adjustments to handle. Instead, they should include it in their strategy for long term viability. The most difficult one but probably one of the most important things that can aid the situation is changing consumer behavior.

Why did you choose to enroll at USC? I had visited before as a tourist and really liked the campus. Also, the program content of Green Tech met my interests.

    ALEXANDER HENDRICKS

How has living in Los Angeles impacted your experience as a Green Technologies student? Living in LA has greatly impacted my experience as a Green Technologies student. Los Angeles is one of the most innovative cities in terms of Green Technologies and there are countless companies and groups that are moving towards more sustainable energy in the city. Being able to see these different companies and their work firsthand has really inspired me in my classes. In addition, a lot of the professors draw on data and events in the LA area, which really makes the classes much more interactive and applicable.

Why did you choose to enroll at USC? I chose to enroll at USC as it had a program that uniquely fit my interests. After finishing undergrad, I knew I wanted to go into the renewable energy field and USC's Green Technology program precisely prepares students for work in the field while also allowing for flexibility in pursuing other interests, such as environmental policy or green buildings.

Looking back, what is an experience at USC that you'll never forget? An experience during my time at USC that I won't forget was going to a USC Women's soccer game with my dad in the Fall. My dad is a high school soccer coach and had two players playing in the game, so it was fun to both cheer on my school and share a fun experience at USC with my dad.

What are some personal achievements or experiences you'd like to share? While at USC, there are a couple of personal achievements that I have made. First, I have become accredited as a LEED Green Associate and earned my engineer-in-training certification, thanks to the education I have gotten through my graduate program thus far. In addition, I recently accepted an internship with ENGIE, the 6th largest energy company in the world, to work on renewable energy projects in Southern California.

    PRISCILA OLIVEIRA

What has been your favorite Green Technologies project that you worked on at USC and why? My favorite Green Technologies project was the one I worked on in my Renewable Energy in Power Systems course for a few reasons. This was the first course I've taken on renewable energy and on electric power systems and I really enjoyed all the topics that I learned there. I am also very curious about the development and deployment of clean energy technologies toward a sustainable future, which I was able to learn throughout this course. I worked on a team of six students of diverse backgrounds which was an enjoyable experience and a great opportunity to learn from my teammates and exchange ideas with them.

How has living in Los Angeles impacted your experience as a Green Technologies student? Green Technologies is a highly interdisciplinary degree program that emphasizes green systems and the environment, energy technologies and efficiency, and sustainability and society. I benefit from multiple green energy and sustainable projects throughout the Los Angeles region. I have either studied some of them in my classes at USC or learned about them during my previous internship experience at the Los Angeles Water Quality Control Board. In addition, many of the engineering consulting and energy firms that I would like to work for after I graduate have offices in Los Angeles, and I have had the opportunity to meet and network with some of them at professional events on campus.

Looking back, what is an experience at USC that you'll never forget? An unforgettable experience at USC was being a student delegate at the 2019 Climate Forward Conference, which brought together international experts to discuss productive paths for action. I heard from state senators, a former governor, a UN Ambassador, CEOs, journalists and more. Former Secretary of State John Kerry, who led the U.S. in global Paris Agreement negotiations, delivered the keynote speech, and Mayor Eric Garcetti delivered a powerful lunch address on city-level action. Student delegates then went to the post-conference retreat at the USC Wrigley Marine Science Center on Catalina Island, where we distilled key takeaways from the panel discussions and participated in workshops. Ultimately, we came away with a resolution outlining actions that are key for seizing our individual climate power.

2022 First Destinations Survey - Outcomes*

Alumni Employment - 2022* (Companies & Job Titles)

Agility - Site Engineer  

Air Astana – Commercial Pilot  

ARAMCO - Lead Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Engineer III, Projects Management, Project Engineer  

Arcadis Inc. - Environmental Engineer  

BeaconFire Solution Inc. - Software Engineer  

Boeing - EE System Design Engineer   

Charles Abbott Associates Inc. CAA - Assistant Engineer  

City of Los Angeles - Assistant Division Manager  

Clinpharma Consulting Global Group LLC - Engineer Intern  

Dow Chemical - Civil/Structural Engineer  

Dreyfuss Construction - Assistant Project Manager  

Emerald City Homes, Inc. - CEO - Founder  

Fehr & Peers - Engineer/Planner I  

FTF Engineering, Inc. - Engineering Designer  

Google - Software Engineer  

Hathaway Dinwiddie - Preconstruction Engineer, Project Engineer  

HSA & Associates, Inc. - Structural Designer  

JCE structural Group - Structural Designer  

KAFD Development Management Company - Prevention and Risk Manager  

KPFF Consulting Engineers - Civil Engineering  

Lily, Inc. - Vice President  

Los Angeles Department of Water & Power - Civil Engineering Associate   

MainStreet Property Group LLC - Assistant Development Project Manager  

Michael Baker International - Civil Associate I Water/Wastewater Engineer  

MTM Construction, Inc. - Project Engineer  

National Grid - Graduate Development Program (Associate Engineer)   

Onshore Maintain Potential Projects Dept. Saudi Aramco - Project Engineer  

Pinnacle Structural Engineers, Inc. - Graduate Engineer  

PMI KSA Chapter - VP of Marketing  

Propel Engineering, Inc. - Transportation Engineering Specialist I  

Saudi Aramco - Project Engineer  

Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries SAEI - Facility and Equipment Planning Manager  

Secretariat International – Associate  

Southwest Value Partners - Senior Asset Manager  

TEKsystems - Quantity Surveyor Engineer  

Turner Construction - Field Engineer  

University of Southern California - Web Developer I, Resource Employee  

Webcor Construction LP - Project Engineer

Internships (Previous Years)

Aperture LLC; Barry & Wynn Architects, Inc.; Condon Johnson & Associates; Corgan Associates; DPR Construction; Mark G. Anderson Consultants, Inc.; Nebraska Department of Transportation; Structural Focus; Tipping Structural; San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency; VINCI Construction LLC; W.E. O'Neil; Walter P. Moore and Associates, Inc.; West Power Energy; WSP USA Inc.

* Information is based on a voluntary survey and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive view of the 2022 graduating class.

This program is also available online to professional engineers through DEN@Viterbi. Because the DEN@Viterbi program provides a fully equivalent academic experience, the degree a USC engineering student earns is the same whether they are on-campus or online.

If you are interested in beginning classes as a DEN@Viterbi student next semester, explore the requirements and steps to enrolling as a Limited Status Student.

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Published on July 6th, 2017

Last updated on February 21st, 2024

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