Program Overview

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Renewable Energy Systems Technology MSc

The Renewable Energy Systems Technology MSc is the UK’s longest established master's degree specialising in renewable and sustainable energy engineering. This programme develops the full range of knowledge and skills needed for a successful and effective career in the global renewable energy sector.

Qualification(s) available: MSc

• Fees: Dependent on start date.
• Scholarships available
• Entry requirements: 2:2
• Full-time: 1 year
• Part-time: See distance learning listing
• Location: Loughborough
• Start date: October 2025 or October 2026
• Department: Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Course Overview

This course offers additional benefits through the East Midlands Institute of Technology. Students will get engagement opportunities with business partners, study with peers across the partnership, hear from industry guest speakers, and have the chance to take part in national challenges to further their skills and experience.

What You'll Study

The programme is designed and delivered by experts from the Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology (CREST), the UK’s largest sustainable energy engineering research centre. All modules are taught by leading experts in the field, offering the latest research and expertise in energy system sustainability.

Modules

• Semester 1:
  • Renewable Energy Technologies in Society (15 credits)
  • Solar Photovoltaics (15 credits)
  • Wind Power (15 credits)
  • Water Power (15 credits)
  • Core Professional Skills for Research and Employability (15 credits)
• Semester 2:
  • Bioenergy (15 credits)
  • Energy Storage (15 credits)
  • Integration of Renewables (15 credits)
  • Core Professional Skills for Research and Employability (15 credits)
• Summer:
  • MSc Individual Project (60 credits)

How You'll Be Assessed

You will be assessed through coursework, group work, and an individual research project.

How You'll Study

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Field trips
• Independent study
• Group work
• Workshops
• Laboratory work
• Practical sessions

Entry Requirements

Our entry requirements are listed using standard UK undergraduate degree classifications. To learn the equivalent for your country, please refer to the provided country-specific guidelines.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Further details are available on the International website.

Fees and Funding

• Fees for the 2025 academic year:
  • UK fee: £13,250 Full-time degree per annum
  • International fee: £29,950 Full-time degree per annum
• Fees for the 2026 academic year:
  • UK fee: £13,700 Full-time degree per annum
  • International fee: £30,900 Full-time degree per annum

Scholarships and Bursaries

There are scholarships and bursaries available to help with funding your study.

Your Development

The Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering is committed to helping you develop the skills and attributes you need to progress successfully in your chosen career.

Our Academics

The programme is taught by a team of experienced academics with research interests in various areas of renewable energy systems technology.

Your Future Career

Our graduates work world-wide in senior posts across fields as diverse as research and manufacturing, project development, consultancy, finance, policy, and international development.

Related Master's Degrees

• Renewable Energy Systems Technology (Distance Learning) MSc
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering MSc
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Management MSc
• Systems Engineering MSc
• Engineering Management MSc