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Renewable Energy

Sustainable Engineering: Renewable Energy Systems & the Environment MSc

University of Strathclyde

United Kingdom

A cross-disciplinary MSc covering renewable energy systems, storage, solar, wind, hydro, buildings, environmental control and sustainable engineering.

Study Level

Master's Degree

Study Mode

On Campus

Duration

12 months full-time

Programme Overview

This Sustainable Engineering MSc examines how energy systems can support quality of life while reducing environmental impacts and resource consumption.

Students study renewable resources and systems used to provide power, heating and cooling.

Topics include energy storage, heat pumps, solar energy, wind and hydro power, high-efficiency systems, advanced materials, controls and integrated building-energy systems.

Group and individual projects allow students to assess technical performance, cost effectiveness and environmental impact.

The programme is professionally accredited and has longstanding links with industry.

Entry Requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree, or international equivalent, in architecture, engineering or a related subject.

Applicants with other qualifications may be considered where they can demonstrate relevant experience and capacity for postgraduate study.

English-Language Requirements

IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall
Minimum 5.5 in each component

Career Outcomes

Renewable Energy EngineerSustainable Energy EngineerBuilding Energy EngineerEnergy ConsultantSustainability Engineer

Scholarship Information

Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship: £6,000 for eligible international Master's applicants. Dean's International Excellence Awards: £9,000 to £12,000 for selected exceptional applicants. British Council Women in STEM and other external awards may be available where eligibility applies.