30 monthsProgramme duration
12,760 GBPTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Led by experts in the field and delivered by the International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT), the online MSc Renewable and Sustainable Energy Transition prepares you to address one the world’s greatest and most pressing challenges – the transition to renewable energy sources.
You don’t need to be an engineer to apply for this master’s programme as it is suitable to professionals from a wide variety of academic backgrounds who want to work in the industry and through interdisciplinary teaching and learning, you’ll be prepared for active participation in the transitions of energy generation and use.
You’ll learn from experts in renewable energy, economics, and transition engineering, and develop a clear understanding of the key drivers of energy transition and transition engineering through being introduced to:
- aspects of energy transition
- the technologies of renewable energy generation and its integration into wider systems,
- the importance of energy efficiency in buildings and in transport,
- energy policy,
- economics,
- project finance,
- environmental science, which is critical for predicting and managing the impacts of energy systems.
This programme can also be studied on-campus.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Led by experts in the field and delivered by the International Centre for Island Technology (ICIT), the online MSc Renewable and Sustainable Energy Transition prepares you to address one the world’s greatest and most pressing challenges – the transition to renewable energy sources.
You don’t need to be an engineer to apply for this master’s programme as it is suitable to professionals from a wide variety of academic backgrounds who want to work in the industry and through interdisciplinary teaching and learning, you’ll be prepared for active participation in the transitions of energy generation and use.
You’ll learn from experts in renewable energy, economics, and transition engineering, and develop a clear understanding of the key drivers of energy transition and transition engineering through being introduced to:
- aspects of energy transition
- the technologies of renewable energy generation and its integration into wider systems,
- the importance of energy efficiency in buildings and in transport,
- energy policy,
- economics,
- project finance,
- environmental science, which is critical for predicting and managing the impacts of energy systems.
This programme can also be studied on-campus.
Admission Requirements
Performance-based admission
Enrol and prove your capability by successfully completing two courses — Economics of Renewable Energy and Transition Engineering – Achieving Zero Carbon InTIME. Once these are passed, you’ll continue towards your full MSc degree. This route allows you to demonstrate your readiness for postgraduate study through your performance in these initial modules.
Additional entry routes
- Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
We are committed to providing study opportunities to applicants who have a wide range of prior experiences and recognise that some students entering our online programme will have completed prior academic study in subjects that align closely to this programme. Where this is the case, students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- Applying for RPL: We can only consider requests for RPL at the time of application to a course of study.
- Maximum credits: You may be eligible to be granted exemption for a maximum of 20 credits.
- Eligibility: The qualification may be valid for RPL only if gained with the last 5 years. Evidence will need to be provided.
- Cost breakdown: The overall cost of your programme will be determined by whether you are awarded RPL for a 20-credit course, in which case you will not be required to register for that course. Programme fees can be found under the fees and funding section.
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