MSc Renewable Energy and Low Carbon Solutions
University of HullCottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Course overview
Designed in collaboration with industry, this course teaches you the skills the sustainable and renewable energy sector needs. Learning in the heart of the UK’s ‘energy estuary’, you’ll cover a diverse range of renewable energy technologies. And gain a thorough overview of the industry.
You’ll explore technologies including on-shore and off-shore wind, solar power, hydropower and biofuels. Along with carbon removal and low-carbon solutions and environmental management and policy. Through practical lab classes you’ll develop industry-relevant research and analytical skills.
Build your digital knowhow working with industry-standard software such as windPRO. Carry out resource analysis and environmental impact assessments. And enhance your professional skills including teamworking, presentation, report writing and project management.
Our strong industry links give you the chance to take part in field trips to renewable energy sites in the region. Along with opportunities to hear from guest speakers from the sector. You’ll be able to specialise in an area of choice in your dissertation and could get the opportunity to carry out real-world research.
MSc Renewable Energy overview
Key highlights
- Designed in collaboration with industry to meet renewable sector skills needs
- Covers wind, solar, hydropower, biofuels and carbon removal technologies
- Hands-on work with industry-standard software such as windPRO
- Field trips to regional renewable energy sites and sector guest speakers
- Resource analysis and environmental impact assessment skills developed
- Specialist dissertation with potential for real-world research
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — For this course, you'll need a 2:2 from a relevant bachelor's degree.
Scholarships
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship
If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.
Up to 20% of feesGREAT Scholarship
Minimum of £10,000
Up to £10,000PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Renewable energy engineer
- Wind energy analyst
- Energy consultant
- Environmental impact assessment consultant
- Sustainability manager
- Energy policy analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £13,285 per year | International: £19,975 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 Hull, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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