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MSc Global Energy Technologies and Systems

This Global Energy Technologies and Systems course from University of Birmingham provides both the understanding of how energy systems are changing, and what technologies will be important in the future.

Quick Facts

  
Full-Time Duration: 1 year 
Starting in: September
Tuition Fee: £26,640 per year
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

A challenge-driven programme sits alongside internationally-recognised innovation at the Birmingham Energy Institute that spans fundamental research through to industrial application.

To meet these aims, new technologies are being developed, but the systems themselves are also changing. People are needed not just to develop or deploy single technologies, but to understand the context in which they will operate. This interdisciplinary course is designed to cater to that need in a global context.

The Global Energy Technologies and Systems course from University of Birmingham take a systems-based approach to the provision, distribution and utilisation of energy in all forms. Course content is delivered from the School of Chemical Engineering in conjunction with the School of Physics and Astronomy and the School of Government and Society, by research staff who have backgrounds in academia, industry and policy.

Courses include:

  • Advanced Energy Technology
  • Energy Systems and Policy
  • Thermal Energy – conversion, storage and applications
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology
  • Renewable Energy Systems

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Careers

It is widely accepted that the annual investment in global energy infrastructure needs to greatly increase in order for challenges surrounding energy supply and demand, sustainability and climate change to be tackled. To these ends, the opportunities for exciting careers in the energy sector will also grow. The skills obtained through this course will give an excellent basis for a career oriented towards working in the expanding energy sector.

Our Careers Network offers a range of events and support services designed to help you maximise your employability: from networking opportunities and career coaching workshops, to our effective-careers-strategy toolkit and one-to-one guidance. We also offer subject specific careers consultants and advisers for each college and a dedicated careers website for international students. Further information is below.

Requirements

  • You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree from a UK academic institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification) in engineering or physical sciences.
  • Consideration may also be given to excellent applicants with degrees in life sciences and economics where these included an adequate component of mathematics.
  • Further consideration may be given to candidates with extensive, relevant post-degree experience.
  • Some content on this course will be delivered by Social Sciences and so emphasis on writing proficiency will be more pronounced.

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