Entry requirements

You should have, or expect to obtain, a 2:1 Honours degree from a UK academic institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification) in engineering or physical sciences.

Consideration may also be given to excellent applicants with degrees in life sciences and economics where these included an adequate component of mathematics.

Further consideration may be given to candidates with extensive, relevant post-degree experience.

Some content on this course will be delivered by Social Sciences and so emphasis on writing proficiency will be more pronounced.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Course overview:

Discover the technologies of the future. With our Global Energy Technologies and Systems course you’ll prepare for an exciting career solving global challenges.

Explore energy supply and demand, sustainability and addressing climate change. Learn how to develop and deploy new technologies for real-world solutions and you’ll be able to make a big impact on the energy sector.

Course highlights:

As well as broad foundations, on our programme you’ll learn about specific energy technologies and the design of energy systems. You’ll cover the economics and policy of energy to understand how energy systems operate and how they need to change. This is an interdisciplinary course so you’ll be able to apply your new skills to a broad range of careers.

Learn about cutting-edge energy developments with lectures delivered by world-leaders in their fields as part of the Energy Research Accelerator initiative.
Benefit from tailored guidance and feedback in tutorials, drawing on the University's significant international standing and expertise.
Participate in workshops with immediate feedback from instructors, enabling timely corrections and improving your application of low carbon technologies.
Develop independence and professionalism with project work, preparing you for leadership roles in the evolving energy sector.

Top 10 in the UK - Complete University Guide 2025.

This challenge-driven, interdisciplinary programme sits alongside internationally-recognised innovation at the Birmingham Energy Institute.

Collaborate with world-class industry partners and leading-edge engineering and science departments, enhancing your practical skills and industry knowledge.

Information for international students

English language requirements apply (IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in all bands, and 6.0 in writing).

Fees and funding

Please refer to Postgraduate Taught Fees - University of Birmingham for more information.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

Masters
full time
12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
part time
24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
MSc
full time
12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
part time
24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name: Admissions Team
Email: eps-apply@contacts.bham.ac.uk

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Global Energy Technologies and Systems