Overview
Energy Systems Engineering from University of Galway empowers students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on expertise in energy systems, blending foundational principles with emerging innovations. The programme explores key themes such as green and sustainable energy, energy-efficient technologies, and the integration of digital and AI-driven solutions.
Key facts
- Multidisciplinary Energy Expertise
Designed for engineers from various backgrounds, the programme provides full-spectrum knowledge across power generation, energy conversion, storage, and sustainable systems—bridging traditional engineering with modern energy challenges.
- Real-World Research and Innovation
Students complete a 30 ECTS independent research thesis, tackling real engineering and sustainability problems. This hands-on experience develops innovation, critical thinking, and technical excellence for the evolving energy sector.
- Career-Ready Skills and Employability
Graduates are equipped for careers in energy design, management, consultancy, and policy, or for further research and teaching roles. Transferable skills in project management, digital and AI tools, sustainability, and communication make them highly sought after by employers.
- Leadership for a Sustainable Future
The programme nurtures future leaders who understand not only the technical side of energy systems but also the economic, policy, and environmental dimensions—empowering graduates to shape the clean energy transition and influence global sustainability goals.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Energy Systems Engineering
- Sustainable Energy
- Research Methods for Engineers
- Energy Systems Engineering MSc Project
- Systems Modelling & Simulation
- Power Systems
- Digital Control Systems & Automation & Robotics
- Sustainable Waste Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
There’s no specific closing date. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and course quotas are reviewed continuously throughout the application cycle.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Galway, Ireland
Disciplines
Industrial & Systems Engineering Energy Engineering View 11 other Masters in Energy Engineering in IrelandWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Second Class Honours (H2.1) in a Level 8 (bachelor’s or equivalent) engineering degree in a related discipline, with substantial elements of such as energy, mechanical, electrical or civil engineering, from a recognised university or third-level college. English Language Requirements of University of Galway apply.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents28500 EUR / year≈ 28500 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals8900 EUR / year≈ 8900 EUR / year
Living costs
Galway
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Funding
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