Loughborough University
Leicestershire, UK
LE11 3TU
+44 (0)1509 263171

Postgraduate Study

Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

Renewable Energy Systems Technology MSc

1 year full-time or 3 years (typically) by distance-learning

This is course keeps pace with advances in renewable energy technologies, placing special emphasis on electricity generation and the integration of resources into utility networks.

It incorporates the best European practice by involving internationally acknowledged experts from universities, research institutions and industry.

An optional (non-examinable) foundation course at the beginning of the first semester is available to refresh students’ knowledge of electrical engineering and fluid mechanics. The course then begins with a common first term of modules that includes laboratory and group work.

The second semester provides modules on the Integration of Renewables and advanced wind and solar specialisations. A major individual research project, often in collaboration with industry, is carried out in the final four months.

The UK’s premier professional Engineering Institutions (IET, IMechE and Energy Institute) have approved the MSc in Renewable Energy Systems Technology as Further Learning Requirements of the Engineering Council’s UK SPEC.

This means that graduates who have already completed accredited 3-year undergraduate degrees can use satisfactory completion of the programme as a direct route to Chartered Engineering status.

Compulsory Modules

Solar Power 1
Wind Power 1
Water Power
Biomass
Sustainability and Energy Systems
Integration of Renewables
Solar Power 2
Wind Power 2

Assessment

By examination, coursework, group work and research project. MSc: examinations in January and May, with coursework and group work throughout the programme. MSc: research project assessed by written report and viva voce.

Entry Qualification*

Upper second class honours degree in engineering or physical science. Other disciplines may be considered if they include strong mathematical, technological and analytical skills. Applicants with a good lower second class honours degree will also be considered.