Program Overview

International Master Program in Energy and Green Hydrogen

The International Master Program in Energy and Green Hydrogen (IMP-EGH) is a fully funded master's program that aims to support the training of qualified professionals for green energy systems. The program is a collaboration between the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).

Program Description

The IMP-EGH program is designed to qualify professionals along the entire value chain of green hydrogen - from production to application. The program offers a double degree, with students earning a master's degree from their home university in Africa and a master's degree from the RWTH Aachen University in Germany.

Program Structure

The program consists of a 12-month stay at German partner institutions, including the RWTH Aachen University, the Research Center Jülich, and the University of Rostock. Students will have the opportunity to conduct research and gain practical experience in the field of green hydrogen.

Admission Criteria

The program is open to students from 15 West African countries. The admission criteria include a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as energy engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering. Students must also demonstrate a strong interest in the field of green hydrogen and have a good command of the English language.

Research Areas

The IMP-EGH program focuses on the following research areas:

• Green hydrogen production
• Green hydrogen storage
• Green hydrogen application
• Energy systems and policy

Career Opportunities

The IMP-EGH program offers excellent career opportunities for graduates. The program is designed to qualify professionals for the growing market of green hydrogen, and graduates will have the opportunity to work in industry, research, or policy.

Accreditation

The IMP-EGH program has been accredited by the Accreditation Agency for Study Programs in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences, and Mathematics (ASIIN). This accreditation ensures that the program meets international standards and that graduates will have excellent career opportunities worldwide.

Conclusion

The International Master Program in Energy and Green Hydrogen is a unique opportunity for students from West Africa to gain a double degree in the field of green hydrogen. The program offers a comprehensive education and training in the field of green hydrogen, and graduates will have excellent career opportunities in industry, research, or policy. With its accreditation by ASIIN, the program ensures that graduates will have a degree that is recognized worldwide.