Master of Engineering in Power Systems Engineering Postgraduate Programme By Worcester Polytechnic Institute |TopUniversities
Tuitionfee

48,300 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

Jan, Aug, AprStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

MEng

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

Online

WPI’s power systems engineering master's degree online prepares electrical engineers for professional practice in the electric utility industry. The program is also a great option for experienced engineers or those who want to reshape their careers. Composed entirely of technical courses, the master’s in power engineering online program brings together a wide variety of analytical and practical subjects, both classical and current, that are necessary for engineering success in today's power industry. Through course topics in analysis, rotating machinery, transmission and distribution systems, protection and controls, and more, you will be prepared to: Analyze power flows in delivery networks – both for steady state and transients; Understand electro-mechanical energy conversion and power system operations and planning; Design power delivery networks – both transmission and distribution; Analyze dynamic system response to disturbances; Design protection and control systems; Evaluate design alternatives, including both technical and economic analysis; Lead projects using a full suite of management tools; Understand group and individual dynamics leading to more effective interactions; Identify and mitigate operational risks.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Degree

MEng

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

Online

WPI’s power systems engineering master's degree online prepares electrical engineers for professional practice in the electric utility industry. The program is also a great option for experienced engineers or those who want to reshape their careers. Composed entirely of technical courses, the master’s in power engineering online program brings together a wide variety of analytical and practical subjects, both classical and current, that are necessary for engineering success in today's power industry. Through course topics in analysis, rotating machinery, transmission and distribution systems, protection and controls, and more, you will be prepared to: Analyze power flows in delivery networks – both for steady state and transients; Understand electro-mechanical energy conversion and power system operations and planning; Design power delivery networks – both transmission and distribution; Analyze dynamic system response to disturbances; Design protection and control systems; Evaluate design alternatives, including both technical and economic analysis; Lead projects using a full suite of management tools; Understand group and individual dynamics leading to more effective interactions; Identify and mitigate operational risks.

Admission Requirements

3+
84+
6.5+
115+

Jan
Aug

Tuition fees

Domestic
48,300 USD
International
48,300 USD

Scholarships

WPI Graduate Merit Scholarships for International Students (Up to $10,000)

WPI Graduate Merit Scholarships for International Students (Up to $10,000)
Master's

Value

$10000

Deadline

14 Dec 2026

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