Program Overview

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Introduction to the Clean Energy Systems, MS Program

The Master of Science in Clean Energy Systems is a graduate program designed to equip students with sophisticated engineering technical skills in clean energy systems. This program emphasizes collaboration, communication, teamwork, and adaptability, preparing students for careers in the diverse industries of alternative and renewable energy systems, power electronics, and automotive technologies.

Program Description

The Clean Energy Systems, MS program allows students to develop applied analytical expertise across disciplinary boundaries, directly applying advanced design principles to energy system engineering design, management, and control. Students study a variety of energy sources, including fuel cells, power electronics, batteries, automotive systems, and renewable energy systems. The applied courses within the program provide exposure to different disciplines, including electrical and electronics engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, and physics.

At a Glance

• College/school: Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
• Location: Polytechnic
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.

Degree Requirements

• 30 credit hours and a portfolio, or
• 30 credit hours and a thesis, or
• 30 credit hours including the required applied project course (EGR 593)
• Required Core (9 credit hours)
  • EGR 520 Engineering Analysis I (3)
  • EGR 522 Statistics for Quality Control in Manufacturing (3)
  • EGR 530 Principles of Systems Engineering (3)
• Electives (15-21 credit hours)
• Culminating Experience (0-6 credit hours)
  • EGR 593 Applied Project (3)
  • EGR 599 Thesis (6)
  • portfolio (0)

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
• Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in clean energy systems, engineering, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• Applicants are required to submit:
  1. graduate admission application and application fee
  2. official transcripts
  3. professional resume
  4. two letters of recommendation
  5. written statement
  6. proof of English proficiency

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Application Deadlines

• Fall: Rolling deadline
• Spring: Rolling deadline

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for opportunities in the diverse industries of alternative and renewable energy systems, power electronics, and automotive technologies. They can work in large corporations and small businesses, conduct research at government agencies, or go on to graduate school to pursue advanced degrees. Graduates are prepared to go into the fields of:

• battery and fuel cell system design and integration
• electric and autonomous vehicle design
• renewable systems engineering --- design, integration
• renewable systems or technologies engineering --- validation, operation and maintenance, evaluation, quality, testing
• solar microinverter manufacturing engineering

Research Areas

The program supports an entrepreneurial spirit, and some graduates start companies of their own. With the emphasis on design and project-based learning of various clean energy systems, graduates are well-equipped to tackle contemporary technical and environmental issues. The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Automation
• Autonomous Systems
• Autonomous Vehicle Systems
• Controls
• Energy Conversion
• Energy Storage
• Power Electronics
• Power Management Systems
• Smart Vehicle Systems
• Solar Photovoltaics

The Master of Science in Clean Energy Systems at Arizona State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in clean energy systems, preparing them for careers in this rapidly growing field. With its emphasis on hands-on learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and cutting-edge research, this program is ideal for students who are passionate about developing innovative solutions to global energy challenges.