A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. Also required is: 90 credits in electrical engineering including electric circuit theory, electromagnetism, electronics, power systems engineering and automatic control; 30 credits in mathematics including linear algebra, scientific computing, mathematical statistics and multivariable calculus; practical experience of laboratory work and ability to use computer-based calculation tools, such as MATLAB, CAD (such as Solid Works) or FEM (such as COMSOL); and a basic course in mechanics.
Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries.
The Master's Programme in Renewable Electricity Production offers you an education in electrical power systems and renewable electricity generation. The electric grid in the world is facing a great shift, and the electric transmission system is accommodating an increasing share of renewable energy sources. Qualified professionals in the energy field are in high demand and this programme will help you develop an attractive profile for the labour market. Are you interested in how technology can contribute to sustainability and the environment? Then the Master's Programme in Renewable Electricity Production is the right choice for you. Uppsala University is world-leading in many research areas and we are in close cooperation with the industry. Y ou will build a professional network with Swedish industry through study visits and guest lectures. You will have hands on laboratories in most of the courses. You will also have opportunities to write your degree project with the industry and research groups. During the programme you can expect to: perform power system analysis of transport and distribution grids; design the new components in the electric grid including renewable energy sources, electric vehicles and energy storage systems; analyse economic aspects of renewable electricity