Compulsory modules

Integration of Renewables (DL) (15 credits)

This module aims to enable students to contribute to the solution of technical challenges associated with the integration of renewable energy systems into existing electrical power systems.

Bioenergy (DL) (15 credits)

The aim of this module is to develop students' critical, informed knowledge of a broad range of biomass energy technologies including; combustion and anaerobic digestion.

Energy Storage (DL) (15 credits)

The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the fundamentals of energy storage including hydrogen, thermal and electrochemical technologies and the integration of energy storage technologies into low carbon power systems.

Core Professional Skills for Research and Employability (15 credits)

This module aims to develop the study, employability and research skills to meet the complex learning and professional requirements of postgraduate study. The module which is delivered through a blended approach brings together three discrete elements of study, employability and research skills. Learning content will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous teaching provision.
Key aims include:

  • To deliver a series of high quality, interactive study skills and blended learning activities to provide students with a broad foundation to support their development within their chosen field.
  • To provide a series of skills to support students within their employability profiles.
  • To provide students with the opportunity to develop research skills for engineering and business, including data gathering and analysis skills and ethical awareness.
  • To provide students with the opportunity to develop effective communication skills for engineering and business, including skills synthesise complex scientific data to engineering and non-engineering audiences

MSc Individual Project (60 credits)

The aims of this module are:

  • To give students an opportunity to conduct a research and/or development project on a topic of relevance to their specific programme of study.
  • To provide students with the key skills and experience needed to plan, manage and deliver a complex extended project.
  • To prepare students for future employment and professional practice in a relevant engineering sector at an advanced technical or managerial level.