Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy

Entry requirements

Usually the entry requirements for the MSc Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy course is a first or second class honours degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Physics or a closely related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The MSc in Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy equips you with a sound knowledge of semiconductor devices and technologies, advanced power electronics, and advanced power systems.

You will also learn about renewable energy generation technologies, wide band gap electronics, energy harvesting, solar cells and biofuels.

Growing concerns about greenhouse gas emissions and global warming mean the subject of power engineering and sustainable energy has never been more vital.

This course offers you the opportunity to do an additional year for an Industry Placement or project, giving you valuable work experience and the opportunity to improve technical plus interpersonal skills.

The second Industry Placement Year course fees are £3600 for International students and £1800 for Home students. We are now able to offer academic performance-based bursaries to cover this second year course fee. For more information, you can view our MSc with Industry page.

Support and guidance is provided to help secure your placement; however it is not guaranteed.

Why Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy at Swansea?

Based at our coastal Bay Campus, overlooking the Swansea Bay, Engineering at Swansea has an established global reputation for pioneering research and teaching in electrical and electronics energy, as well as advanced semiconductor materials. Our strong track record is reflected in excellent graduate outcomes, with 93% of Electronic and Electrical Engineering graduates in employment or further study 15 months after leaving Swansea University (HESA, 2025).

We have an international reputation for electrical and electronics research in energy and advanced semiconductor materials and devices. You will also explore exciting new developments such as wide band gap electronics, energy harvesting, solar cells and biofuels, alongside recent advances in power electronics.

We also offer an MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering with the optional additional Industry Placement year.

Your Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Experience

On this programme, you will explore advanced power systems and state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor technologies while exploring the latest developments in areas such as renewable energy, wide band gap electronics, solar cells and energy harvesting. You will build a strong understanding of how these technologies shape modern electrical and electronic engineering, and how they are applied in real‑world systems.

You will learn in an excellent study environment with access to a 24‑hour on‑site library, advanced laboratories, specialist equipment, dedicated postgraduate work rooms and a year‑round programme of guest lectures from industry and research experts. These facilities and experiences are designed to support your learning, research and professional development throughout your studies.

You will also be part of a vibrant and supportive student community. The Electrical and Electronic Engineering student society plays a key role in helping you connect with others on your course, offering opportunities to meet new people through regular events, field trips, technical workshops and social activities. These experiences help you build friendships, collaborate on ideas and broaden your understanding of the subject beyond the classroom.

The programme embraces diversity and promotes a respectful, inclusive learning environment where every student is valued. Whatever your background or previous experience, you will be encouraged to share your ideas, take part in discussions and contribute to a positive and collaborative learning culture.