MSc Marine Renewable Energy (Online)
Heriot-Watt University
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This MSc is designed as a multidisciplinary transition degree relevant to students from a wide variety of backgrounds wishing to apply their knowledge and experience in the renewable energy industry.The taught part of the degree addresses the technical, environmental and economic drivers that are shaping the marine renewable energy industry. An individual research project then allows students to specialise in a topic of their choice.The degree team has strong links with stakeholders in marine ...Read more

This MSc is designed as a multidisciplinary transition degree relevant to students from a wide variety of backgrounds wishing to apply their knowledge and experience in the renewable energy industry.

The taught part of the degree addresses the technical, environmental and economic drivers that are shaping the marine renewable energy industry. An individual research project then allows students to specialise in a topic of their choice.

The degree team has strong links with stakeholders in marine renewables and has unique experience and expertise gained at the geographical heart of marine renewables in the UK. A strong emphasis is placed on project work that simulates real working situations and international examples.

Degree duration

Online Learning: 3 - 8 years. On average, our PgDip courses studied via online learning are completed in 2-3 years, while MSc courses are completed in 3-7 years. Most students intend to complete their studies via online learning within 2-3 years.

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04 Apr 14

Some things are poor here - Accommodation and the Clubs & Societies in my opinion, however being in Edinburgh is fantastic - great city and I think the course is good and I am..Read more

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Students need to have a minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area

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The Per course fee would be £1,275 and £1,780 for Dissertation/Project.

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The Per course fee would be £1,275 and £1,780 for Dissertation/Project.

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The Per course fee would be £1,275 and £1,780 for Dissertation/Project.

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The Per course fee would be £1,275 and £1,780 for Dissertation/Project.

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Some things are poor here - Accommodation and the Clubs & Societies in my opinion, however being in Edinburgh is fantastic - great city and I think the course is good and I am...
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