Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
MSc - Master of Science
Wrexham Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a course option
MSc - Master of Science
Wrexham Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Wrexham Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
Select a subject
Select a an exam type
Why choose this course?
The MSc in Engineering (Renewable & Sustainable Energy) provides an up-to-date overview of climate change, its causes, consequences, and solutions. Energy economics and markets are examined together with socio-economic, energy security and political issues. Energy reduction measures are also analysed.
The option renewable technology and energy storage examines all the major renewable energy sources (wind, solar, hydro River, tidal and wave) and how the energy can be assessed, predicted, modelled, and used or stored.
The future of renewable energy will rely on innovative forward-thinking businesses, politicians, engineers, and managers and as such this programme also encourages creativity and entrepreneurship to produce solutions to real world problems.
To meet the 2050 carbon reduction targets to control climate change most countries have signed targets to transition from traditional fossil fuel energy sources to renewable and sustainable energies. This specialism offers a graduate a chance to access this exciting, growing and highly innovative field.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching methods include lectures, laboratory sessions, student-led seminars and guided research.
Independent learning is an important aspect of all modules, as it enables students to develop both their subject specific and key skills. This is promoted through guided study or feedback given to students.
Career prospects
The MSc in Engineering (Renewable and Sustainable Energy) facilitates the needs for a range of diverse industries at local, national, and international levels, to provide them with potential future employees of the highest calibre. The programme has been devised to give you the opportunities to demonstrate your relevant technical expertise, innovation, commitment, and sound judgment. Thereby producing students who are Engineering professionals and a sought-after asset to future employers. Previous students are either in full time employment or pursuing a PhD.
Our
The course equips you with a thorough knowledge and skills in engineering at the forefront of new and emerging technologies. Graduates will be well placed to become subject specialists within industry, or to pursue research careers within academia.
Normal entry requirements for full time and part time intake will be one of: A Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree, or other Bachelor Honours Degree, normally with an honour’s degree with at least a 2:2 classification or equivalent in an appropriate engineering discipline. Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirement but have substantial professional experience in a relevant specialist area may be accepted, subject to interview and references. Equivalent qualifications of another overseas country which are deemed satisfactory by the program team.
Students living in
Domestic
£7,250 per year
Students from Domestic
The mentioned fee is for 2024-25 year entry. There might be a slight increase in 2025-26 year entry.
£7,250 per year
Students from EU
The mentioned fee is for 2024-25 year entry. There might be a slight increase in 2025-26 year entry.
£12,500 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fee is for 2024-25 year entry. There might be a slight increase in 2025-26 year entry.
Wrexham University offers a wide range of postgraduate courses, along with part-time and professional qualifications....