30 monthsProgramme duration
12,255 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Civil and Structural
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
The online MSc Energy at Heriot-Watt University combines engineering and business disciplines to equip you with the knowledge and skills to lead in the global energy transition. Accredited by the Energy Institute (EI), this programme provides both the technical depth and strategic insight needed to design, analyse, and manage sustainable energy systems across industries.
You’ll explore energy generation, conversion, and consumption from both technical and economic perspectives — developing an understanding of how innovation, policy, and environmental responsibility intersect in today’s energy landscape. Delivered fully online, the MSc allows you to build your expertise while continuing to work, study, and progress professionally.
The MSc Energy prepares you to shape the sustainable future of the global energy sector. You’ll gain a strong foundation in renewable technologies, systems design, and environmental impact assessment, while also developing leadership and management skills relevant to industry and policy roles.
You’ll be taught by academics actively engaged in energy research and innovation, ensuring your learning reflects the latest developments in clean technology, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction.
By studying this MSc Energy you will:
- Develop a deep understanding of energy production, conversion, and consumption systems.
- Gain expertise in sustainable design, renewable technologies, and energy management.
- Build advanced analytical and problem-solving skills for technical and strategic decision-making.
- Apply engineering and business knowledge to real-world energy challenges.
- Progress towards professional recognition through Energy Institute accreditation.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - Civil and Structural
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
The online MSc Energy at Heriot-Watt University combines engineering and business disciplines to equip you with the knowledge and skills to lead in the global energy transition. Accredited by the Energy Institute (EI), this programme provides both the technical depth and strategic insight needed to design, analyse, and manage sustainable energy systems across industries.
You’ll explore energy generation, conversion, and consumption from both technical and economic perspectives — developing an understanding of how innovation, policy, and environmental responsibility intersect in today’s energy landscape. Delivered fully online, the MSc allows you to build your expertise while continuing to work, study, and progress professionally.
The MSc Energy prepares you to shape the sustainable future of the global energy sector. You’ll gain a strong foundation in renewable technologies, systems design, and environmental impact assessment, while also developing leadership and management skills relevant to industry and policy roles.
You’ll be taught by academics actively engaged in energy research and innovation, ensuring your learning reflects the latest developments in clean technology, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction.
By studying this MSc Energy you will:
- Develop a deep understanding of energy production, conversion, and consumption systems.
- Gain expertise in sustainable design, renewable technologies, and energy management.
- Build advanced analytical and problem-solving skills for technical and strategic decision-making.
- Apply engineering and business knowledge to real-world energy challenges.
- Progress towards professional recognition through Energy Institute accreditation.
Admission Requirements
- First or Second Class Honours Degree in an engineering discipline or in the physical or chemical sciences or equivalent.
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