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MSc - Master of Science
Orkney Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Orkney Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Orkney Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MSc Marine Renewable Energy provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the marine energy sector, including the technical, environmental, and economic drivers which shape the industry. Youll be involved in interdisciplinary teaching and learning to make a positive contribution in the development of sustainable marine renewable energy initiatives. The programme is suitable for those from a wide variety of academic backgrounds who want to work in the marine renewable energy industry.
Youll become familiar with the key drivers and limitations of marine renewable energy technologies and their associated development processes. The curriculum focuses on three themes of environment, technology, and governance.
Youll understand the marine environment, sources of energy, and consider potential environmental effects of marine energy development.
Youll gain an awareness of the fundamental technology options for generating new marine renewable energy platforms and their limitations, including issues surrounding the storage of energy and the integration of marine energy into wider energy systems.
Youll also explore the relevant policy, legislation and planning approaches, and understand the nature of energy markets and the economic instruments used to promote marine renewable energy through using financial appraisal tools for individual developments.
Masters (MSc) level entry applicants must have one of the following: Minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area. For postgraduate conversion courses, non-related degrees will be considered. Corporate (or chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,152 per year
Students from Domestic
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£19,056 per year
Students from EU
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£19,056 per year
Students from International
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