Course duration: 12 months full time (Oct-Sep)
This full-time course recognises the need for graduates skilled to address the world’s major issues in electrical energy and power systems. It offers an integrated programme targeted at graduates concerned with the design, operation and analysis of power supply systems, power plant, renewables and industrial electrical equipment in the context of a liberalised power supply industry, globalised markets and environmental drivers.
The course provides the advanced level of knowledge and understanding required for challenging, well paid and exciting careers in the dynamic and high growth electrical power and renewable energy sectors. Employment prospects are excellent, with recent graduates operating in power engineering consultancy, global power utilities (generation, supply and distribution), the renewable energy sector and manufacturing.
MSc programmes are CEng accredited. These programmes fulfil the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited Bachelors programme or equivalent.
Two semesters of formal teaching comprising core and elective technical modules are completed, followed by a 3 month practical, industry relevant project.
Core modules
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Advanced Power System Analysis & Protection
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High Voltage Technology & Electromagnetic Compatibility
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Power Electronics for Energy & Drive Control
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Assignment & Professional Studies
Elective modules (two to be chosen)
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Power System Economics, Markets & Asset Management
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Wind Energy & Distributed Energy Resources
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Wind Power Control & Operation
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Software Engineering
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Regulation & Competition in Network Industries
Project
MSc students undertake a project within their chosen research specialisation in the power and energy domain. It may be possible for this to be carried out in one of our industrial or academic partners.
Courses are taught by a blend of lectures, tutorials and practical laboratories. Advanced technical engineering expertise is developed in parallel with communication, project management and leadership skills, all of which are vital for your future career. Assessment techniques include written assignments, exams and practical team-based and individual projects.
You have access to our extensive computing network, and purpose built teaching spaces equipped with the latest technologies. Interaction with Industry is provided through teaching seminars and networking events, and we deliver weekly seminars to support your learning and career development. Course tutors are available to address individual concerns.
The great thing about the Power with Business MSc is that it gives an overall view of the industry - most companies are impressed when you can offer not only technical knowledge but an understanding of the business need of applying that knowledge.
Debbi Campbell, UK
A desire to excel in power systems is what propelled me thousands of miles from my home in India to the Department. Objective based learning on my MSc extended my focus from conventional power systems to the "Smart" aspects of the Grid and ultimately defined my career. By the end of my course, I realised that I'm a discerning and insightful engineer...who likes Haggis and walking munros.
Ninad Rajendra Lale, India
Applications for September 2013 entry are now open and can be made online by selecting 'Apply' at the bottom of the page of your chosen course.
Applications will not be considered until all supporting documentation (academic transcripts, proof of english proficiency, references, immigration requirements) has been provided. Completed applications are considered by the Postgraduate Academic Selectors and decisions made on a rolling basis.
We are happy to respond to individual enquiries, so please get in touch if you have any questions. Enquiries can be made with Elaine Black, Postgraduate Admissions Secretary.
for Sep 2013 entry to full-time MSc electrical power engineering with business (Admission Code : EEMSC1)
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
for Sep 2014 entry to full-time MSc electrical power engineering with business (Admission Code : EEMSC1)
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
