Overview

The Master’s programme Digital Energy Solutions (DES) is an international joint degree offered by FH Upper Austria and Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU). It prepares students to tackle the ongoing transformation of the energy sector, driven by digitalization, renewable energy, and changing market structures.The programme combines energy engineering, information technology, economics, and regulatory knowledge to equip graduates with the skills needed to develop sustainable, secure, and efficient energy systems. With its strong mix of academic depth and practical application, students benefit from both research-oriented and industry-focused learning.Graduates are well prepared for careers in energy supply, smart grids, digital energy platforms, consulting, and research, both nationally and internationally.

Programme Structure

The programme covers interdisciplinary topics such as:

Energy systems, markets, and regulation
Renewable energy and power generation
Energy transmission and distribution
Digital technologies and software development in energy
Data science and AI in energy systems
Sustainable finance and energy economics
Business and management in the energy sector
Innovation and energy services
Electives and specialization modules
Scientific research and Master’s thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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62

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wels, Austria
Hagenberg im Mühlkreis, Austria

Disciplines

Energy Engineering Information Technology (IT) Innovation Management View 8 other Masters in Innovation Management in Austria

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Academic requirements

According to Austrian law, all courses must be graded at least at 50% of the possible marks. Degrees with one or more subjects passed below 50% cannot be considered equal and the application will be rejected. Your GPA must be at least above 50% of the maximum score. In certain cases, a higher GPA is required.

English requirements

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78

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62

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6

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General requirements

Applicants must hold a completed Bachelor’s or Diploma degree. Eligible candidates are those whose prior studies demonstrate a clear thematic connection to economic, legal, technical, or related interdisciplinary domains. The range of accepted academic backgrounds is therefore broad, yet purposefully aligned with the content and objectives of the programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Citizens or residents

364 EUR / year

≈ 364 EUR / year

Additional Details

For students from third countries, the tuition fee can range from €364 to €1.450.

More information: FH OÖ | Digital Energy Solutions

Living costs

Wels

Austria

700 - 800 EUR / month

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

Funding

We offer a merit-based scholarship for international students as of the 2nd semester. For further information please look at our FAQ´s on the university website.

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