Energy and Power Systems with a Year in Industry University of Liverpool

Overview

The world demand for energy, in particular electricity, is increasing significantly and will continue to do so over the next decade and beyond. There are many challenges to be addressed in order to meet this ever-increasing demand, and electrical and electronic engineers are needed to provide key solutions. 

There are significant opportunities for you to make an impact that will shape the future, and this programme has been carefully designed with this in mind.

Key Features

• Developed with industry partners, this master’s course addresses environmental challenges, renewable energy generation, smart grid, high voltage power engineering, and research and management skills. In addition, you will experience site visits and practical sessions.
• This two year course with a year in industry shares the same modules as it’s one equivalent programme without a year in industry.  The year in industry placement will give you an in-depth workplace experience where you can develop your skills and apply your learning. 
• It’s a great way to gain insight into potential career options and start building your professional network. Completing this programme with a year in industry usually takes two years, with the placement typically running for 30 weeks from September of year one to June of year two.
• This Energy and Power Systems with a Year in Industry programme from University of Liverpool  has been carefully developed for graduates with electrical/electronic or related backgrounds to meet the increasing demand from the energy and power industry to provide solutions to challenges in the sector.

Career prospects

This programme will provide you with an excellent base for students considering a career in the electrical power industry.

Graduates from the MSc programme are employed worldwide in leading companies at the forefront of technology.

Some of the graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

• National Grid
• Scottish Power
• State Grid (China)