Overview

The Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) program at the University of California, Riverside is a thorough exploration of the technology, systems and processes that power our world. Coursework explores high-level topics such as smart grid technology, power semiconductor devices, and robotic and industrial automation systems.

Why A Master’s Degree In Electrical Engineering?

A Master of Science in Engineering is more than an upgrade to your education — it’s an investment in your future. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), electrical engineers earn a median salary of almost $90,000, with a high-range salary of more than $135,000.

Electrical engineers can find employment in a variety of industries, including:

Electric power and manufacturing of machinery

Navigation systems

Communication systems

Electromedical instruments and semiconductors

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Optimization Techniques

Power Systems Analysis

Power Electronics

Electric Drives

Smart Grid

Power System Steady State and Market

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 13 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Riverside, United States

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering View 75 other Masters in Electrical Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited institution. The degree must represent the completion of a program equivalent in subject matter and scholarship to that offered by the University of California.

A minimum of a 3.0 undergraduate GPA or B-equivalent (if GPA is not on a 4.0 scale). We recommend that you check with the graduate program as they may have a higher standard for their GPA requirements. If your GPA is below this, follow up with the graduate program you are interested. Applications are reviewed in their entirety and the program can look at your other components and advise you on potential admission.

All applications are initially reviewed by the graduate program before a recommendation is submitted to the Graduate Division for final approval. Please visit your the graduate program's website you are interested in for any program specific requirements.

Tuition Fee

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International

32001 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 963 USD per credit during 13 months.
National

32001 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 963 USD per credit during 13 months.
In-State

32001 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 963 USD per credit during 13 months.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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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 Electrical Engineering (Power Systems).

Available Scholarships

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