Take the lead in the future of our energy networks. Our MSc course will develop your power engineering skills ready for an exciting career.
You’ll discover the challenges facing the electrical power industry and learn how to develop innovative solutions for power system problems. Earn a qualification respected around the world.
This degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology. The renewal of our accreditation takes us past a 40 year unbroken record of offering professional engineering qualifications.
Watch the video Transcript Title: Why Study MSc Electrical Power Systems? | University of Birmingham Duration: 01.46
[Subha] I'm Subha and I'm currently pursuing a Masters in Electrical Power Systems.
I chose to study Electrical Power Systems at Birmingham because the module structure is in sync with the current market trends.
With the University consistently ranking in the top 100 on the QS rankings, it gave me an assurance of the quality and the University's commitment to excellence.
The research led teaching means I'm learning from experts who are currently shaping the field.
What I love most about my course is how the course works.
It’s on par with the industry standards, and also how it builds on my undergrad knowledge.
And the University also organises distinguished lectures in collaboration with industry to learn about the current market trends.
The University also provides access to software like Matlab and DIgSILENT PowerFactory to have a hands-on experience and gain practical knowledge.
My studies here have helped me to have a deeper insight, both in theory and practice, especially in cutting edge areas like renewable integration, HVDC, and FACTS, which are all contributing towards achieving Net Zero goals.
On top of all of that, the course is IET accredited, which means I'm very capable to practice electrical engineering anywhere in the world.
The School lacks nothing, be it licences for software you need to study like MATLAB, or links with companies, or even PhDs which are offered by the School, etc. Their careers network is just amazing, with the latest opportunities sent right to your inbox.
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Course Structure The MSc in Electrical Power Systems is a 1 year full-time programme, comprising of lectures, laboratory work, tutorials and assignments. You'll submit your project at the end of the academic year.
In this term, you'll complete three compulsory modules. Teaching is delivered predominantly through lectures, tutorials, and simulation-based lab experiments.
Module assessments comprise of a presentation and a group assignment, or individual assignments and a final examination. Final examination for this term takes place in January.
In this term, you'll complete three compulsory modules. Teaching is delivered predominantly through lectures, tutorials, seminars, and simulation-based labs experiments.
Modules are assessed through individual assignments and a final examination. Final examination for this term modules takes place in late May/early June.
You'll dedicate the summer to the MSc dissertation. You'll work closely with an academic supervisor for the dissertation project. The project could be modelling and simulation based, lab experiment based, theoretical and literature based, or a part mixture of them.
The project will be concluded by the end of August and is assessed using a project plan, a presentation, and dissertation report which could be in the form of a journal paper.
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To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
If you are unsure if you meet our entry requirements, you can also contact the admissions department to discuss whether your application would be considered.
English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 111 位 | 南安普顿大学University of Southampton | 1年 | 36800英镑/年 |