Masters by Research Sustainable Energy Technologies

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

Our research expertise in Renewable Energy Technologies specialises in areas including renewable energy, smart grids, novel wind energy harvest technologies, energy storage systems, energy saving systems and nanomaterials, fuel cells, energy-efficient buildings, phase change materials (PCM), piezoelectric and thermoelectric energy harvesting systems, engine emission control, development of optically accessible and race engines; conventional and advanced engine instrumentation, thermofluid modelling/simulation and experimental study for energy & flow physics. In addition, our research extends to power management of distributed energy systems and dynamic scheduling, optimisation and control of future smart grids, advanced power electronics and Control for microgrids, energy storage systems

Key highlights

Research specialisms include smart grids and novel wind energy harvesting
Research into energy storage, fuel cells and energy-saving nanomaterials
Covers piezoelectric and thermoelectric energy harvesting systems
Engine emission control and optically accessible and race engine development
Thermofluid modelling, simulation and experimental study of energy and flow physics
Power electronics and control for microgrids and distributed energy systems

Entry requirements

Degree: 1st — to include relevant Engineering
Degree: 2:1 — Strong applicants with a 2.1 qualification may also be considered.

Scholarships

Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research
£2,000 for one year
Up to £2,000
Helen Burchell Scholarship
A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education
Up to £750
The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni
This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.
Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

Renewable Energy Engineer
Energy Systems Engineer
Smart Grid Engineer
Research Engineer
Power Electronics Engineer
Energy Storage Engineer

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 Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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