Course summary
This MSc is for ambitious engineering graduates who wish to strengthen, lead and transform the high-growth global wind energy industry. This course offers engineering graduates the opportunity to study at one of Europe's largest and leading University power and energy technology groups - the Institute for Energy & Environment. On this course you'll develop and enhance your technical expertise of wind energy and deepen your understanding of the engineering, political and economic contexts of wind power. This course will provide you with an advanced level of knowledge to address the current and future challenges of this exciting and dynamic sector. With links to key UK and global business and industry energy partners, you’ll have unique access to companies at the forefront of wind energy developments.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Assignment and Professional Studies, Power Systems and Wind Integration, Wind Turbine Technology, MSc Research Project/ Internship. Elective classes: Power Electronics, Machines and Application, Power System Design, Operation and Protection, Control Principles, High Voltage Technology and Electromagnetic Compatibility, Power Electronics for Energy and Drive Control, Power System Economics, Markets and Asset Management, Energy Economics, Inspection and Survey, Renewable Marine Energy Systems, Geographical Information Systems, Enironmental Impact Assessment.
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
Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or international equivalent qualification in electronic, electrical or mechanical engineering or related discipline (physics, mechatronics, control or systems engineering) from a recognised academic institution.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11900 | Year 1 |
| International | £31100 | Year 1 |
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
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ