Renewable and Sustainable Energy with a Year in Industry
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 24 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 renewable and sustainable energy 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 renewable and sustainable energy, is increasing significantly and will continue to do so over the next decade and beyond. There are many global challenges to be addressed in order to meet this ever-increasing demand, and we need electrical and electronic engineers to provide key solutions. There are significant opportunities for you to make an impact that will shape the future of our world, 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. This two-year course with a year in industry shares the same modules as it’s one equivalent programme without a year in industry. The year in industry placement will give you an in-depth workplace experience where you can develop your skills and apply your learning. It’s a great way to gain insight into potential career options and start building your professional network. Completing this programme with a year in industry usually takes two years, with the placement typically running for 30 weeks from September of year one to June of year two. This MSc is for graduates with a good degree in an electrical/electronic or engineering related subject. Our programme has been carefully developed for those wanting to make a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change, whilst meeting the increasing demands on the energy and power industry. This programme is pending accreditation by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the
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; Year in industry: £6,800
UK students: Full-time place, per year - £14,000; Year in industry: £2,800
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £14,000; Year in industry: £2,800
International: Full-time place, per year - £34,000; Year in industry: £6,800
Start dates
28 September 2026
Application deadline
Rolling admissions - apply early
Campus
- Liverpool, United Kingdom