University of East Anglia

MSc Data Science for Renewable Energy

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

On this dynamic MSc in Data Science for Renewable Energy, you’ll gain cutting-edge skills that place you at the forefront of this rapidly growing industry. Data science skills are highly valuable in the field of renewable energy across a wide range of areas. These include the prediction and forecasting of renewable energy resource and system performance, renewable energy data analytics, design and optimisation of renewable energy systems, and monitoring and diagnostics of renewable energy systems.

Data science also plays a crucial role in energy storage and building energy management systems. The combination of specialised data science and renewable energy technical skills is highly sought after both in research and development and the renewable energy industrial sector. This interdisciplinary course will give you an excellent practical and theoretical grounding in Python programming and data mining.

In parallel, you'll develop skills in engineering and technical aspects of renewable energy covering solar energy, wind energy and energy from water currents and wave motions, while using international databases and applying statistical analysis and modelling techniques. You'll acquire professional skills for data scientists, while also having the opportunity to develop further skills in Artificial Intelligence and information visualisation or more technical skills in electrical grid data analysis, energy storage, and power systems.

Key highlights

  • Practical and theoretical grounding in Python programming and data mining
  • Covers solar, wind, tidal current and wave energy technologies
  • Apply statistical analysis and modelling using international energy databases
  • Optional pathways in Artificial Intelligence and information visualisation
  • Technical options in grid data analysis, energy storage and power systems
  • Interdisciplinary blend of data science and renewable energy engineering

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2. Degree Subject Engineering, Computing, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Sciences or related subject areas. Strong applicants from other backgrounds with experience relevant to Environmental Sciences, Energy Engineering…
  • International qualifications — Typical International Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent Degree Subject Engineering, Computing, Mathematics, Physics, Environmental Sciences or related subject areas

Careers this course leads to

  • Renewable energy data scientist
  • Energy data analyst
  • Renewable energy forecasting analyst
  • Energy systems modelling engineer
  • Research and development scientist in renewable energy
  • Building energy management analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £12,350 per year | International: £25,700 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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