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PostgraduateCourse summary
This course aims to prepare engineering graduates to drive the growing renewable energy sector, combat climate change and advance the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
- Focus on renewable technologies for heat, power and transportation, with an emphasis on cost-effective carbon reduction.
- Gain practical experience through field trips to energy plants, wind farms and hydropower sites.
- Special focus is placed on cutting-edge technologies like AI for energy optimisation, IoT in smart energy systems and advanced energy solutions.
- Experience hands-on lab work with industry-standard equipment and access to tools for energy and environmental engineering.
- Gain comprehensive knowledge in solar, wind and hydropower engineering, covering the design, evaluation and application of these crucial renewable energy sources.
- Explore cutting-edge technologies like hybrid energy systems, smart grids and hydrogen energy. This should prepare you for the evolving landscape of sustainable energy and equip you to address global energy challenges.
- Learn valuable systems engineering skills including CAD software proficiency and design optimisation techniques.
- Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement. See modules for more details.
Modules
Solar Energy Engineering – 30 credits Wind and Hydro Power Engineering – 30 credits Advance Energy Solutions – 30 credits Generative and Parametric Design – 30 credits Research Project – 60 credits For complete and up-to-date information, please view our website.
Assessment method
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will could vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods will include exams, individual assignments and group work elements that clearly explain the opportunity for individual marks. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes. Assessments may include exams, individual assignments or group work elements.
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
To commence the full-time MSc Renewable Energy Engineering course, applicants must: Be an honours graduate of any physical science, mathematics or engineering discipline (minimum 2:2 or higher) Students who do not fit with the above entry requirements may gain entry, but their degrees and experience will be assessed for appropriate content by the course director. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the course director. We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.
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
2025/26 fees TBC. Please see our website for latest information.
Provider information
Coventry University
Priory Street
Coventry
CV1 5FB