MSc Energy and Sustainability programmes are as follows:
Energy Resources and Climate Change (3086)
Energy, Environment and Buildings (3087)
Email: energymasters@soton.ac.uk
www.soton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/taught_courses.page
Sustainable provision and use of energy is a major challenge of the twenty-first century. These MSc programmes have been designed to equip the next generation of energy professionals with the multidisciplinary approach required to tackle climate change while improving energy supply, and the built environment. Developed in collaboration with industry and public sector energy specialists, the MSc in Energy and Sustainability will enhance your career path and value to employers.
These MSc programmes Energy Resources and Climate Change and Energy, Environment and Buildings provide the necessary specialized knowledge and analytical skills for professionals in these fields and are being taught by the Faculty of Engineering and the Environment, which conducts world-class research within the University of Southampton.
The module common to both programmes provides a broad overview of the ‘live’ issues surrounding energy, the sustainability agenda and climate change, of which all energy professionals should have a broad understanding.
The research project may provide the opportunity to work with one of the many industrial partners of this programme—ranging from large utility companies to small consultancies—in order to gain valuable research and development skills.
Programme Structure
Core module common to both pathways: Introductions to Energy, Environment & Sustainability
MSc Energy Resources & Climate Change (3086)
Semester I
Introductions to Energy, Environment & Sustainability
Energy Resources & Engineering
Climate Change, Energy & Settlements
Statistical Modelling for Civil and Environmental Engineering
Semester II
Bioenergy
Waste Resource Management
Politics of Climate Change
Geographic Information Systems
Research Project leading to dissertation, which may be with an industrial sponsor
MSc Energy, Environment & Buildings (3087)
Semester I
Introductions to Energy, Environment & Sustainability
Climate Change, Energy & Settlements
Statistical Modelling for Civil and Environmental Engineering
Energy Resources & Engineering
Semester II
Climatic Design of Buildings & Cities
Energy Performance Assessment of Buildings
Politics of Climate Change
Geographic Information Systems
Research Project leading to dissertation, which may be with an industrial sponsor
Entry requirements: 2:1 BEng or BSc Degree or above in Engineering/Physical Sciences, Mathematics or Chemistry.
Graduates with Degrees in Geography, Biological or Environmental Sciences or Economics may qualify, providing that they have a good A-levels or equivalent in mathematics and physics, and that their degree incorporates a significant mathematical component, including calculus.
Duration: 1 year (full-time only)
Assessment: Coursework assignments, examination, dissertation
Start Date: 10–15 students on each Programme
Applying:
• University application form
• Degree Certificate and transcripts (applicants who have not yet graduated should submit their transcripts to date)
Closing date: 31 August
Fees: See programme fees page.
Careers: The energy and low carbon goods and services sectors are set to grow over the long term, offering exciting careers where you can make a real difference, for example in:
- New and renewable energy small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
- Large energy companies
- Infrastructure, transportation and general engineering
- Government departments and public bodies
Find out more: www.energymasters.soton.ac.uk and www.soton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/taught_courses.page