Overview

The M.Sc. in Sustainable Energy Science at Reykjavík University is a broad-based, highly adaptable programme. Students study sustainable energy and learn about a wide range of renewable technologies that suit different regions and societies including: geothermal energy, hydroelectric power, wind power and energy policy and law. Students may choose to specialize in any of the above fields.

Personalized Study Plan

Students can choose to focus on the business, law or technical aspects of renewable energy by developing a personal study plan with the aid of an academic adviser.

Student Body and Faculty

Iceland School of Energy trains students to become engineers, managers, policy makers and researchers; therefore, we draw our students from a wide range of experience and backgrounds.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Energy Technology

Environmental Impact Assessment

Internship

Field Trip

Overview Sustainable Energy Systems

Renewable Energy Resources

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

91

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disciplines

Sustainable Energy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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91

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are required to have completed, or be in the final year of, their undergraduate degree for consideration to our graduate programs. For applicants still in their final year, satisfactory completion of their degrees will be conditional for entry.

CV / Resume

Official University Transcripts (hard copy and digital accepted)

2 Letters of Reference

Photocopy of Passport

Personal Statement

English Language Test Score Certificate

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2412000 ISK / year

≈ 2412000 ISK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1310000 ISK / year

≈ 1310000 ISK / year

Living costs

Reykjavík

Iceland

178929 - 290400 ISK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainable Energy Science.

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Overview

Personalized Study Plan

Student Body and Faculty

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Reykjavík

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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