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Electrical Power and Energy Systems MSc

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Strathclyde

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Why this course?

This MSc recognises the need for skilled graduates to address the world’s major issues in electrical power and energy systems. It offers an integrated programme that delivers advanced-level traditional power engineering subjects, complemented by a range of modules that are critical to the management of a modern energy system.

The balance of knowledge in fundamental power engineering, distributed energy resources, and technologies that enable greater system visibility will equip students in essential skills to lead the industry in the process of transformation to a sustainable energy future. The programme will focus on such areas as:


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the design, operation and analysis of power supply systems;


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power plant


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renewables and industrial electrical equipment relating to a liberalised power supply industry


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globalised markets and environmental drivers


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technologies that facilitate a new level of system visibility, including sensors, IoT, data analytics and AI for energy systems


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globalised markets and environmental drivers

What you’ll study

You'll have two semesters of compulsory and optional classes, followed by a three-month summer research project in your chosen area. There’s the opportunity to carry this out through the department's competitive MSc industrial internships.

The internships are offered in collaboration with selected department industry partners, including ScottishPower, Smarter Grid Solutions and SSE. You'll address real-world engineering challenges facing the partner, with site visits, access and provision of relevant technical data and/or facilities provided, along with an industry mentor and academic supervisor.

Careers

The course provides the advanced level of knowledge and understanding required for challenging, well paid and exciting careers in the dynamic and high growth electrical power and renewable energy sectors.

Employment prospects are excellent, with recent graduates operating in power engineering consultancy, global power utilities (generation, supply and distribution), the renewable energy sector and manufacturing. They've taken up professional and technical positions as electrical engineers, power systems specialists, distribution engineer and asset managers in large energy utilities such as ScottishPower Energy Networks, Aker Solutions, National Grid & EDF Energy. Graduates have also taken up roles in project management and engineering consultancy with companies such as Arup, Atkins Global, Ramboll, Moot MacDonald and AMEC.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 28,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland

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Welcoming almost 23,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Electrical & Electronic Engineering

    15th out of 68 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    216 95%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    20th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    18th

    30

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