MPhil Renewable Energy
University of Exeter
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MPhil - Master of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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Overview•Based at the University’s Penryn Campus near Falmouth, you will work with leading research experts exploring the latest technological advances in this socially critical area of investigation•Expertise in energy policy, marine renewables, bio-fuels, electrical power and networks, wind, photo-voltaic and thermal technologies•Superb research facilities including a renewable energy laboratory and wind turbine•Research funded by the UK Energy Research Centre, UK Research Councils, UK ...Read more

Overview

Based at the University’s

  • Penryn Campus
  • near Falmouth, you will work with leading research experts exploring the latest technological advances in this socially critical area of investigation

    Expertise in energy policy, marine renewables, bio-fuels, electrical power and networks, wind, photo-voltaic and thermal technologies

    Superb research facilities including a renewable energy laboratory and wind turbine

    Research funded by the UK Energy Research Centre, UK Research Councils, UK Government Departments, the European Union and private institutions

    Leading role in the £15 million

  • PRIMaRE research institute
  • to support the development of marine energy in the South West

    Research overview

    Based at the University’s

  • Penryn Campus
  • near Falmouth, we are a unique multidisciplinary department offering a range of specialised programmes, drawing upon our research expertise in mining and minerals engineering, applied geology and mineralogy, surveying and renewable energy. We offer postgraduates an outstanding research environment with state-of-the-art analytical facilities and laboratories and have excellent rates of graduate employment.

    Our expertise lies in:

    energy policy

    marine renewables

    bio-fuels

    electrical power and networks

    wind, photo-voltaic and thermal technologies.

    WUSCA ranking:
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    These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
    58/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
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    CUG Ranking
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    14th
    What students say
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    DIVYESH
    29 Oct 24

    The campus it was really good and calm if you like the nature area. if you like the city area then this Cornwall campus is not for you. teaching was really good and professors are..Read more

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    Molly
    03 Feb 24

    The Penryn campus is in such a lovely location. The course is really interesting. The uni could be improved by making accessing mental health support..Read more

    Entry requirements

    The information below applies to self-funded PhD, MPhil and Masters by Research applicants, but if you are applying for a funded PhD studentship, please follow the specific instructions related to that application. Pinpoint your PhD research area: Investigate whether this area is available at Exeter; Ensure that you meet our English language entry requirements (international students only); Construct and refine your PhD research proposal; Approach your potential supervisor(s). Apply online. PhD studentships pages can be accessed in our Funding lists on Finance tabs under each research topic page, and are also available from the Postgraduate Research search results pages on this site, on the PhD projects tab.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in

    Domestic

    £4,900 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4,900 full-time.

    £28,500 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £28,500 full-time.

    £28,500 per year

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    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £28,500 full-time.

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    DIVYESH
    29 Oct 24
    MSc Applied Data Science (Renewable Energy)
    The campus it was really good and calm if you like the nature area. if you like the city area then this Cornwall campus is not for you. teaching was really good and professors are...
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    Molly
    03 Feb 24
    Renewable Energy Engineering with Industrial Experience MEng (Hons)
    The Penryn campus is in such a lovely location. The course is really interesting. The uni could be improved by making accessing mental health support...
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    University of Exeter
    Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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