Course summary
Considering a career in the electrical power industry? This MSc will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to succeed. You’ll explore key topics such as sustainable energy generation, the complexities of electrical energy transmission and storage in smart networks, and the optimization of power supply to end-users. Understanding existing infrastructure is vital for designing future energy networks, but keeping abreast of emerging solutions is equally important. Our program provides a robust foundation in generation, transmission, and distribution engineering, while also addressing broader issues like renewable energy, sustainability, and energy policy. Tailor your learning journey to your interests and career goals through a diverse selection of modules and an individual project. Plus, you'll have access to research facilities, including our high-voltage laboratory and dedicated electrical engineering learning workspace.
Modules
Compulsory modules include: Fundamental Principles of Energy and Power Systems; Power Distribution: Design, Operation and Protection; Power Generation: Technology and Impact on Society; Power System Operation and Economics; MSc Research Project and Dissertation; Optional modules include: Bioenergy; High Voltage Insulation Systems; Mechanical Power Transmission and Vibration; Power Electronics for DC Transmission; Renewable Energy from Environmental Flows; Power System Dynamics, Stability and Control.
Assessment method
Coursework, examinations, written project (design, development or experimental) and dissertation
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Engineering and Technology, Institution of
How to apply
International applicants
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English ability by meeting our Band C requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see our website.
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2.1 degree in electronic engineering or electrical engineering. Specific module requirements also apply. Please see website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ