Renewable Energy
Sustainable Energy Technologies MSc
University of SouthamptonA one-year MSc covering photovoltaics, batteries, fuel cells, wind, wave and tidal energy, electrical power systems and low-carbon energy technologies.
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Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time
Programme Overview
The University of Southampton Sustainable Energy Technologies MSc provides advanced engineering education across modern renewable and low-carbon energy technologies.
Students study photovoltaics, batteries, fuel cells, electrical power systems and wind, wave and tidal energy.
The programme also examines thermo-fluid engineering processes for low-carbon energy production and the wider economic, environmental and social performance of sustainable-energy systems.
Students learn to design and assess technologies such as photovoltaic systems, fuel cells, wind-power systems and hybrid propulsion systems.
The final part of the course includes an independent research project and dissertation.
Entry Requirements
Applicants normally require a UK 2:1 degree or equivalent international qualification in:
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mathematics
Physics
Applicants also need 2:1-level performance in relevant mathematics modules.
Applicants who do not meet the exact academic requirement may be considered individually where substantial relevant professional experience is demonstrated.
English-Language Requirements
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall
Reading:
Minimum 6.0
Writing:
Minimum 6.0
Speaking:
Minimum 6.0
Listening:
Minimum 6.0
Equivalent University of Southampton-approved qualifications may also be accepted.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
University of Southampton provides postgraduate funding opportunities for eligible international students. Southampton Alumni Discount Eligible Southampton graduates may receive a 10% postgraduate tuition-fee discount. International scholarships University-wide and faculty-level scholarships may be available based on academic merit, nationality or other eligibility criteria. External funding Eligible applicants may also use approved government, professional-body and external scholarship schemes. Applicants should check Southampton's official postgraduate funding pages for current opportunities.