Program Overview

Master of Energy Programme

The Master of Energy programme is designed to meet the ongoing need for experts across the energy sector, equipping students with the expertise needed to build careers in an ever-evolving field.

Programme Overview

New Zealand is a world leader in innovation in renewable energy. This flexible programme lets students focus on a field of energy while pursuing courses from the Faculty of Engineering and Design, Faculty of Science, and Business School. Students will gain industry insights and explore technological developments with internationally-recognised experts.

Programme Structure

The programme is offered in two options: a 120-point taught programme and a 180-point taught programme. Students can also undertake a 90-point Research Thesis.

• Taught Study: For the 120-point taught programme, students will complete two 15-point core courses, one 45-point research project, and three 15-point electives. For the 180-point taught programme, students will complete two 15-point core courses, one 45-point research project, and seven 15-point electives.
• Research Study: Candidates with sufficient background in research and/or work experience may be eligible to undertake a 90-point Research Thesis.

Core Courses

• ENERGY 721: Energy Resources
• ENERGY 722: Energy Technology
• ENERGY 785 A/B Research Project (785A and 785B)
• ENERGY 794 (794A and 794B) or ENERGY 795 (795A and 795B) Research Thesis

Electives

Students can select electives from a variety of courses aligned to specialised study pathways, including:

• GEOTHERM 601 Geothermal Resources and Their Use
• GEOTHERM 602 Geothermal Energy Technology
• GEOTHERM 603 Geothermal Exploration
• GEOTHERM 620 Geothermal Engineering
• ECON 771 Economics of Development
• ECON 783 Energy Economics
• ELECTENG 735: Green Energy Technologies
• ENGGEN 730: Leadership and Professional Development
• ENGGEN 742: Project Management
• ENGGEN 769: Research Methods for Engineers
• ENGSCI 755: Decision Making in Engineering
• ENVENG 702: Engineering Decision Making in Aotearoa
• ENVENG 752: Sustainability and Life Cycle Assessment
• ENVMGT 741: Social Change for Sustainability
• ENVMGT 742: Social Dimensions of Global Environmental Change
• ENVMGT 744: Resource Management
• ENVMGT: 746 Collaborative Environmental Management
• ENVSCI 711: Environmental Impact Assessment
• GLMI 707: Organisational Change
• MECHENG 711: Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
• MECHENG 712: Aerohydrodynamics
• MECHENG 713: Energy Technology
• MECHENG 715: Building Services
• SCIENT 701: Accounting and Finance for Scientists

Entry Requirements

Minimum programme requirements include:

• A Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points of courses above Stage III
• A Bachelor of Science (Honours) with a GPA of 5.0
• A Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) with a GPA of 5.0
• A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III, and three years of relevant work experience

Fees

2026 fees are:

• Domestic students: NZ$12,013.20*
• International students: NZ$55,484*

Key Dates

• Application closing dates:
  • Semester One 2026: 1 October 2025
  • Semester Two 2026: 3 April 2026
• Start dates:
  • Semester One 2026: 2 March 2026
  • Semester Two 2026: 20 July 2026

Career Opportunities

The MEnergy prepares students for high-ranking, advisory positions worldwide. Career paths depend on technical skills and research concentration. Possible jobs include:

• Environmental scientist
• Geophysicist
• Management control superintendent
• Market services analyst
• Mineral resource specialist
• Recycling and construction manager
• Reservoir engineer
• Risk and electricity market analyst

Further Study Options

Students can pursue a Doctor of Philosophy after completing the Master of Energy programme.