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Renewable Energy

Materials for Energy and Environment MSc

University College London

United Kingdom

A one-year MSc focused on advanced materials for renewable energy, energy storage, efficient energy use, carbon capture and low-carbon technologies.

Study Level

Master's Degree

Study Mode

On Campus

Duration

1 calendar year full-time

Programme Overview

UCL's Materials for Energy and Environment MSc examines the materials and chemical technologies required to address global energy and climate challenges.

Students investigate materials for renewable-energy generation, energy storage and more efficient energy use.

The programme also addresses carbon capture and storage, climate-related technologies and the environmental effects of energy systems.

Students develop advanced expertise in materials chemistry and its application to emerging energy technologies.

The course is suitable for graduates seeking technical careers or research roles at the interface of materials, renewable energy and environmental technology.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should normally hold a suitable Bachelor's degree or equivalent international qualification in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.

Relevant backgrounds can include:
Chemistry
Materials Science
Physics
Chemical Engineering
Engineering
Other related physical-science disciplines

Applicants should demonstrate sufficient scientific and quantitative preparation for advanced study in energy and materials chemistry.

English-Language Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the UCL English-language level stated for this programme using an approved qualification.

Accepted qualifications may include IELTS Academic, TOEFL, Pearson PTE Academic and Cambridge English.

Applicants who satisfy UCL's published exemption criteria may not need to submit a separate language test.

Career Outcomes

Energy Materials EngineerBattery Materials EngineerRenewable Energy Materials ScientistClean Technology ResearcherEnergy Storage Engineer

Scholarship Information

UCL offers university-wide postgraduate scholarships and funding opportunities for eligible international students. Awards can be based on: Academic merit Financial need Nationality Programme or department External sponsorship Applicants should use UCL's official Scholarships and Funding database for awards available in the relevant admission cycle.