Energy Systems

Master

In Oxford

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Oxford

About the course
The MSc in Energy Systems covers technical, societal and political aspects of this dynamic subject and will provide you with an understanding of how to develop innovative solutions.

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Location

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Oxford (Oxfordshire)
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Wellington Square, OX1 2JD

Start date

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Subjects

  • Engineering
  • Systems
  • Project
  • University
  • Engineering Science
  • Teaching
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Course programme

The MSc in Energy Systems augments world-leading research from the Department of Engineering Science with contributions from the Departments of Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry and the School of Geography and the Environment.

The course is designed to be accessible by those who have a first degree in either engineering, the physical sciences, or geography and will be taught using a modular framework to ensure that students are able to progress at their own predetermined speed.

The course structure is comprised of a combination of teaching methods, to provide a stimulating learning environment: taught modules, a case study project, fieldwork (industrial visit), and a dissertation.

The taught modules are divided into three different core themes: Resources, Systems and Services, exploring the production and supply of energy and the societal and political implications involved. Each module is taught over 1 or 2 weeks, depending on the subject, and will be delivered in a lecture format. These modules will also utilise innovative methods such as project based and student led peer-to-peer learning with ample opportunity for discussion.

Teaching modules will be closely aligned with current research within the University and each module will be split into four units.

Course teaching is concentrated in the first two terms of the academic year, leaving the final term for non-taught course components.

Other elements include three extended assessed activities: a group-based industrial or public sector study project; a whole cohort output based on a specific energy-relevant visit; and an individual 15,000 word dissertation. This approach is expected to provide students with an optimal balance of working with sector stakeholders to develop understanding from taught elements while broadening personal horizons.

Further information about studying part time

There are two part-time variants (2 years and 3 years in duration) to allow those who may be constrained through personal circumstance, or those who wish to participate whilst still in full time employment, to attend. For students on the two year variant, students will study two modules and then have a gap week. For students on the three year variant, students will attend one module approximately every three weeks. The fees for each part-time variant are adjusted to reflect the amount of time that each student will spend in active study.

Supervision

The allocation of graduate supervision for this course is the responsibility of the Department of Engineering Science and it is not always possible to accommodate the preferences of incoming graduate students to work with a particular member of staff. A supervisor may be found outside the Department of Engineering Science.

Graduate destinations

We would expect graduates from this programme to be equipped with skills for leadership positions where complex decision making is required eg strategic and advisory roles in Government or industry. We would also expect this programme to provide a strong foundation for transitioning into a DPhil in research in energy.

Changes to this course and your supervision

The University will seek to deliver this course in accordance with the description set out in this course page. However, there may be situations in which it is desirable or necessary for the University to make changes in course provision, either before or after registration. In certain circumstances, for example due to visa difficulties or because the health needs of students cannot be met, it may be necessary to make adjustments to course requirements for international study.

Where possible your academic supervisor will not change for the duration of your course. However, it may be necessary to assign a new academic supervisor during the course of study or before registration for reasons which might include sabbatical leave, parental leave or change in employment.

For further information, please see our page on changes to courses.

Other courses you may wish to consider

If you're thinking about applying for this course, you may also wish to consider the courses listed below. These courses may have been suggested due to their similarity with this course, or because they are offered by the same department or faculty.

Courses suggested by the department

Environmental Change and Management MSc
Environmental Change and Management MPhil
Nature, Society and Environmental Governance MSc
Nature, Society and Environmental Governance MPhil
Public Policy MPP

All graduate courses offered by the Department of Engineering Science

Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems EPSRC CDT

Energy Systems MSc

Engineering Science DPhil

Engineering Science MSc by Research

Future Propulsion and Power EPSRC CDT

Nanotechnology for Medicine and Health Care MSc

Wind and Marine Energy Systems and Structures (DPhil) EPSRC CDT

Wind and Marine Energy Systems and Structures (DEng) EPSRC CDT

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Entry requirements

Energy Systems

Price on request