- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 12 months
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Electrical Engineering
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
This programme provides you with an in-depth knowledge of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution and networks. We also explore the operating principles, monitoring, optimisation and control of modern power systems in detail. The world demand for energy, in particular electricity, is increasing significantly and will continue to do so over the next decade and beyond. There are many challenges to be addressed in order to meet this ever-increasing demand, and electrical and electronic engineers are needed to provide key solutions. There are significant opportunities for you to make an impact that will shape the future, and this programme has been carefully designed with this in mind. Developed with industry partners, this master’s course addresses environmental challenges, renewable energy generation, smart grid, high voltage power engineering, and research and management skills. In addition, you will experience site visits and practical sessions. Please note: We regularly review and develop our postgraduate programmes. This MSc is also available with the alternative titleRenewable and Sustainable Energy MSc (Eng)for September 2026 entry, and gives students the option to graduate with either of these two MSc titles. The programme has been carefully developed for graduates with electrical/electronic or related backgrounds to meet the increasing demand from the energy and power industry to provide solutions to challenges in the sector. Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements. IET are one of the world’s leading professional societies for engineers and technicians and their accreditation covers a whole range of subjects including electrical, electronic, manufacturing, mechanical,
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5
Fees
International students: Full-time place, per year - £34,000
UK students: Full-time place, per year - £14,000
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £14,000
International: Full-time place, per year - £34,000
Start dates
28 September 2026
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early
Campus
- Liverpool, United Kingdom