Overview

This new Master of Energy Systems Engineering , based at University of Galway , is for graduates of Level 8 BE degrees who want to develop their engineering knowledge for a career in industry or research based on energy systems applications. It is designed to meet the education standard for Chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) with Engineers Ireland. It builds on the successful BE in Energy Systems Engineering, providing graduates with an opportunity to specialise further or to broaden their knowledge in engineering disciplines.

Careers

There are job opportunities in design and testing, consultancy, project management, energy systems management, product development and facilities engineering. The need for graduates with skills in energy systems technologies is growing, including in building energy management, renewable energy systems, electrical power systems, smart grid and energy consultancy. Other potential roles are in the areas of energy economics, energy policy, energy regulation, energy planning and the law.

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Global Change

Renewable Energy Economics and Policy

Energy Systems Engineering Project

Systems Modellign and Simulation

Financial Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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More details

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, you are advised to apply as early as possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Energy Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 16 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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63

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6.5

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General requirements

Second Class Honours in a Level 8 (bachelor’s or equivalent) engineering degree in a related discipline from a recognised university or third-level college, with substantial elements of energy, mechanical, electrical and/or civil engineering.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28000 EUR / year

≈ 28000 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

6500 EUR / year

≈ 6500 EUR / year

Additional Details

Student Levy €140

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

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Funding

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Galway

Funding

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