Coventry University - MSc Renewable Energy Engineering

Coventry University

MSc Renewable Energy Engineering

This course is designed for students that are interested in supporting the renewable energy industry as it continues its rapid growth to tackle the severe issues posed by climate change. Students will have the opportunity to advance their engineering proficiency and develop new skills and knowledge.

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Through the exploration of current and emerging technologies and applications for renewable energy, students will be prepared to make significant contributions to their professions, the economy and society, upon successful completion.

Work placement option

This master's programme provides you with the additional option to apply for a 'work placement' opportunity during your first semester with us. The 'work placement' is designed to further develop your skills, knowledge and professional experience with the aim of maximising your employability prospects upon successful completion. Please note that the optional placement modules incur an additional tuition fee of £4,000 payable on completion of 'work placement. Find out more about the work placement pathway.

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any placement or study abroad opportunities and that any such opportunities referred to on this webpage may be subject to additional costs (e.g. travel, visas and accommodation etc.), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the requirements in this regard, please contact the International Office for further details if you are an EU or International student.

Entry Requirements

To commence the full-time MSc Renewable Energy Engineering course, applicants must:


 

Be an honours graduate of any physical science, mathematics or engineering discipline (minimum 2:2 or higher)


Have obtained a qualification from a recognised university/HE institution, or hold an equivalent qualification acceptable to Coventry University



This course requires IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English is available if required.


Career Prospects

Globally, the total renewable energy capacity has quadrupled in the last ten years. In 2015, $286 billion was invested in renewables and, for the first time, more than half of all added power generation came from renewables. However, significant increases in growth are still needed if global renewable energy targets are to be achieved.

Renewable energy is set to expand even further as the UK aims to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. Renewable energy also has a particularly important role to play in providing crucial services in developing countries to tackle poverty and support sustainable economic growth.

A global skills shortage continues to ensure engineers remain among the most in-demand professions;

Engineering UK predicts 186,000 people with engineering skills will be needed annually through to 2024 to meet demand.

Course Details

This course will provide you with opportunities to develop and critically analyse technologies and applications for renewable heat, power and transportation.

You will have the chance to learn how to apply their engineering knowledge to address the requirement for cost-effective carbon reduction solutions and appraise the global socio-economic challenges associated with renewable energy.

This course includes a mandatory Consulting Professional Development module developed in partnership with the Chartered Management Institute.

Semesters without work placement pathway

Semester 1
Computer aided engineering
Bioenergy engineering
Sustainability and the environment
Wind and hydro power engineering

Semester 2
Thermofluid systems
Solar energy engineering
Alternative propulsion systems
Entrepreneurial practice

Semester 3
Individual project

Semesters with work placement pathway

Semester 1
Computer aided engineering
Solar energy engineering
Sustainability and the environment
Wind and the hydro power engineering

Semester 2
Thermofluid systems
Bioenergy engineering
Alternative propulsion systems
Entrepreneurial practice

Semester 3
Work placement (part One)

Semester 4
Work placement (part Two)

Semester 5
Work placement (part Three)

Semester 6
Individual project

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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