MSc Sustainable Energy Technologies

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This programme offers engineering and science graduates an academically challenging exposure to modern energy technologies for sustainable developments. The taught part of the programme consists of 12 modules, followed by a research project and a dissertation.

Programme structure

Core modules: Automotive propulsion; Fuel cells and photovoltaic systems 1 and 2; Introduction to energy technologies; Nuclear energy technology; Renewable energy from the environment; Sustainable energy systems, resources and usage

Optional modules (50 credits from): Advanced electrical systems; Cryogenics and superconductivity; Electromechanical power systems for aircraft and spacecraft; Energy resources and engineering; Engineering management studies; Environmental audit and risk assessment; Human factors in engineering; Introductory physical oceanography; Management and organisation; Marine propulsion engineering; Marine safety and environmental engineering; Modelling in environmental and earth systems; Offshore mechanics and engineering analysis; Power transmission and vibration; Transport economy; Transport management; Waste resource management

Key facts

Entry requirements: First- or upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in engineering, mathematics or a science-based subject; applicants with relevant employment experience will be considered

Duration: 1 year (full-time); 2–3 years (part-time)

Assessment: Examinations, coursework, thesis

Start date: September

Applying: University application form with transcripts

Closing date: Typically end of May

Fees: See programme fees page

Careers: Civil service; engineering professions; further research

Find out more: www.soton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/taught_courses.page

Nuclear energy technology short course

Nuclear energy technology short course

This short course will run from 16-27 March 2009. Click the photograph for more information.

Key facts