Course summary

Our innovative MSc teaches you key business skills and technical knowledge to play a key role in global efforts to tackle climate change and support the move to Net-Zero. This MSc, which is delivered by specialist academics from both the Department of Engineering and the Business School, has been designed for graduates from an engineering or related background who are looking to develop practical and management skills in preparation for a career in the energy and environment sector. The core modules combine elements of business and engineering, covering areas such as business and engineering systems, renewable energy and the technical and practical requirements of vehicles of the future, as well as exploring entrepreneurship and professional skills development. You will also carry out substantial research in the Strategic Business and Engineering project. The programme is the product of a collaboration between the Business School and the Department of Engineering, in conjunction with the Durham Energy Institute. It boasts strong links to industry including renowned guest speakers, real-world case studies and the practical content of the modules. The Business School itself is one of the longest established in the UK with a reputation for academic excellence and state-of-the-art learning facilities. It is also one of an elite group of institutions in the UK to be accredited by all three major business education accreditation bodies: the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).The Department of Engineering is recognised as one of the leading centres of research in Engineering in the world, producing research that covers a wide range of topics. Core modules You will study the following core modules: Business and Engineering Systems develops your understanding of system design and gives you the opportunity to work in groups on a complex engineering and business system relating to the course. You will apply the theory and knowledge gained in lectures and become familiar with team-working in the context of modern, interdisciplinary business and design teams. Decarbonisation of Heating and Cooling provides an overview and describes the characteristics of heating and cooling systems that are not based on carbon technologies including concepts, design and operation. Future Vehicles describes the characteristics of future transport devices and explains the technical, as well as economical, constraints and solutions for future vehicles. At the same time, it will introduce you to analytical methods and simulation tools for system design and analysis. Environmental and Climate Economics will provide you with an advanced knowledge and critical understanding of the economic aspects of environmental problems, with a particular focus on climate change, and of specialist economic tools to analyse and solve those problems. New Venture Creation develops your understanding of entrepreneurship, such as recognising opportunity, forming new business ventures and small business management. It teaches how best to manage customer and supplier relationships, finances, and operational issues in an ethical and responsible manner.