Overview

The University of Reading has a long history of teaching and research in this field, and we have delivered a master’s programme in the subject area for more than 40 years. What started as a master’s in alternative energy has evolved over time to incorporate the significant advancements in the field, as well as Reading’s expertise in sustainability, carbon, and life cycle assessment.

Education

Renewable Energy Technology and Sustainability at the University of Reading is offered as a one-year full-time programme, or as a flexible modular programme that can be taken over two years from September, or over three years from January. Both the full-time and flexible modular options are delivered via residential weeks at our Whiteknights campus in Reading and supported by our online learning environment.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Renewable Energy Systems
Research Skills
Research Dissertation
Urban Microclimates and Building Energy Management
Urban Energy Systems and Energy and the Environment
Carbon Management and Life Cycle Assessment

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy View 291 other Masters in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (good second class or above) or equivalent from a university outside the UK. If you have other qualifications and a number of years’ relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply.

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Tuition Fee

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International

30950 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30950 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12800 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Reading

903 - 1382 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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