Renewable Energy Cranfield University

Overview

The MSc Renewable Energy at Cranfield University is a one-year (full-time) postgraduate degree that gives you advanced, multidisciplinary skills to work in the growing renewable energy sector, addressing climate change and energy sustainability. You can choose to focus on technical engineering skills (e.g., system design, CFD, FEA) or on managing renewable energy systems and projects (e.g., policy, asset management, entrepreneurship).

Why Renewable Energy at Cranfield University?

Cranfield University is renowned for its focus on postgraduate education, ranking among the top five UK institutions for mechanical engineering. The university boasts state-of-the-art engineering facilities and a dedicated teaching team with extensive industry experience. This programme is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to address real-world challenges in renewable energy, making them highly employable in a rapidly evolving sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

- National Fee: £11,895 per year - International Fee: £25,955 per year Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The MSc in Renewable Energy comprises a combination of taught modules, group projects, and an individual project. The course structure is as follows:

• Renewable Energy Technologies 1
• Renewable Energy Technologies 2
• Energy Entrepreneurship
• Fluid Mechanics and Loading
• Energy Economics and Policy

Elective modules allow for further specialisation in areas such as Hydrogen Production and Wind Engineering.

Industry Demand

The demand for professionals in the renewable energy sector is surging as global initiatives shift towards sustainable energy solutions. Graduates from this programme are well-prepared to enter various industries, including energy consultancy, engineering, and environmental science.

Careers with Renewable Energy

Graduates of the MSc in Renewable Energy have found roles in diverse fields, including:

• Energy Transition Engineer
• Renewable Energy Consultant
• Hydrogen Energy Engineer
• Environmental Scientist
• Design Engineer

Notable employers include E.ON, EDF UK, and Siemens Gamesa, highlighting the programme's strong industry connections and the relevance of its curriculum to current market needs. Graduates are equipped to tackle projects ranging from the design of renewable technologies to the management of energy systems, ensuring they are ready to contribute to the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Accreditation

The MSc of this course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and The Energy Institute.