A fossil-free energy system depends on renewable sources such as wind, sun and biomass, and on converting, storing and using their energy efficiently. Improving how this is done will be central to cutting emissions while meeting growing energy demand. This master’s programme prepares you to develop the technologies behind that transition.
The programme provides in-depth knowledge of renewable energy technologies: wind and solar power and bioenergy, together with hydrogen, batteries and fuel cells, and the heat and power cycles and turbines that convert and store their energy. It builds on a solid foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer, applied to the systems that will supply power, heat and transport in a fossil-free society.
A key focus is efficiency and renewable energy sources: integrating wind, solar and bioenergy into existing systems, getting more useful energy out of every conversion step, and recovering waste heat. Throughout, you will learn to weigh technical performance against emissions and resource use.
The programme combines mechanical engineering with environmental science and energy-system analysis, so that the solutions you develop are both technically sound and economically viable in a rapidly changing energy sector.
A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering or equivalent. Completed courses in mathematics including calculus, multivariable analysis and linear algebra, as well as completed courses in classical thermodynamics, heat transfer (may be included in a comprehensive course in thermodynamics) and fluid mechanics. English 6/English Level 2.