MSc Engineering Renewable Sustainable Energy
Course overview
The MSc Engineering (Renewable & Sustainable Energy) at Wrexham University is a one-year master’s programme that provides students with current and comprehensive insight into climate change, its causes, consequences, and possible solutions. Students will study energy economics and markets, including socio-economic, energy security, and political aspects, as well as measures for energy reduction. The course also focuses on the engineering of renewable technologies and energy storage, covering major sources such as wind, solar, river hydro, tidal, and wave energy, and teaches students how to predict, model, assess, and utilise or store that energy.
Learning and assessment involve core and optional modules such as Engineering Research Methods & PG Studies, Engineering Design & Innovation, Mechanical Engineering Systems Modelling & Simulation, Renewable Technology & Storage Integration Engineering, Energy Reduction & Sustainability, and Climate Change: Consequences, Solutions & Policies, culminating in a dissertation project. Students benefit from strong industry links, access to workshops and support, and are encouraged to think innovatively and entrepreneurially to solve real-world challenges in the renewable energy sector.
Entry requirements
To gain admission into the MSc Engineering (Renewable & Sustainable Energy) at Wrexham University, candidates must meet the specified entry requirements. Applicants without the required academic qualifications but with substantial experience in a relevant engineering discipline may still be considered, subject to interview performance and references.
Grade Requirements
- Applicants should hold a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree or another related Honours degree, normally with at least a 2:2 classification or equivalent in an appropriate engineering field.
English Language Requirements
- International candidates from non-English speaking backgrounds must meet Wrexham University’s English language entry requirements through one of the accepted qualifications listed below.
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.0, with no individual component below 5.5.
- PTE Academic: Overall score of 59, with at least 59 in each skill area.
- TOEFL iBT: Total score of 79 or above, with minimum scores of Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, and Writing 21.
Career opportunities
After completing the MSc Engineering (Renewable & Sustainable Energy) at Wrexham University, graduates can pursue careers in roles such as:
- Renewable Energy Engineer
- Energy Systems Design Engineer
- Sustainability and Energy Consultant
- Smart Grid Engineer
- Research and Development Engineer in Clean Energy
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the MSc Engineering (Renewable & Sustainable Energy) at Wrexham University is £12,500. This fee is subject to annual review and possible adjustment.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made directly through the university’s online application portal. For personalised guidance and support with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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