Our online MSc Renewable and Sustainable Energy Transition degree equips graduates with a comprehensive skill set to make a meaningful impact in the rapidly growing renewables industry. Focusing on the specific requirements of renewable energy developers, this programme will empower you to tackle the challenges associated with the transitional to renewable and sustainable energy, maximise economic advantages, and navigate regulatory and environmental obstacles. This MSc addresses the needs of various sectors in the circular economy including renewable energy developers, communities, and organisations striving to achieve net zero targets and combat climate change.
Upon completion of the programme, you will possess a diverse skill set that spans renewable energy technology, integration and development which opens up a wide range of opportunities and roles in renewable energy companies, government agencies, consulting firms, research institutions and non-profit organisations. You will have a nuanced understanding about the processes of creating and leading just transitions for enterprises, organisations and communities.
Minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area.
For postgraduate conversion courses, non-related degrees will be considered.
Corporate (or chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered.
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Core
Renewable Technology 1: Generation
Energy Transition Lab
Transition Engineering - Achieving zero carbon InTIME
Future Energy Systems in Buildings, Transport and Infrastructure
Renewable Technology Commercialisation
Integration of Renewable Technology
Economics of Renewable Energy
ILES Environment Dissertation
Optional
Environmental Processes
Oceanography
Climate Change, Sustainability and Adaptation
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