Buckinghamshire New University

MSc Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering

Buckinghamshire New UniversityHigh Wycombe, United Kingdom

Course overview

The Buckinghamshire New University MSc Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering programme offers an advanced education in the design, operation, and optimisation of electrical power systems, with a strong focus on sustainability and renewable energy integration. This programme aims to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary to address global challenges related to climate change and energy transition. The course encourages critical thinking and problem-solving to tackle complexities in electrical power systems.

In this course, students will gain hands-on experience by conducting experiments, collecting data, and working with renewable energy sources, power converters, and grid integration techniques in the Electrical and Electronics Lab. Students' progress will be assessed through written assignments, reports, portfolios, computer-based tests, presentations, and a dissertation. The programme also emphasises developing employability skills like communication, problem-solving, and project management.

Key highlights

  • Focuses on the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies
  • Blends theoretical knowledge with practical experience
  • Covers sustainable practices supporting the transition to greener energy

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include electrical engineering, energy engineering, mechatronics, physics or a related field; or above
  • Additional condition: interview — …applicants who have relevant professional experience maybe invited to an interview and at which you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course.

Scholarships

  • International Early Payment Discount

    One-off Early Payment fee reduction of £500 available to all applicants paying overseas fees. The full tuition fee charged must be at least £15,000.

    Up to £500
  • Postgraduate Fee Discount

    50% fee waiver per year. 10% fee waiver per year for September 2025 intake only.

Careers this course leads to

  • Electrical Power Engineer
  • Renewable Energy Engineer
  • Power Systems Engineer
  • Grid Integration Engineer
  • Energy Consultant
  • Sustainability Engineer

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering programme are well-prepared to transition into roles as:

  • Electrical Engineer
  • Power Systems Analyst
  • Renewable Energy Consultant
  • Smart Grid Engineer
  • Energy Economist
  • Research Engineer (in sustainable power)

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students taking the MSc Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering at Buckinghamshire New University is £15,500.

Admission

To apply for the MSc Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering programme, prospective students should apply to Buckinghamshire New University. Our counsellors can guide you through the process.

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