Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Edinburgh Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Overview
MSc Energy and Economics is an innovative, new degree programme grounded in the cutting-edge, industry recognised, economic research carried out by Heriot-Watt University on behalf of the energy sector.
MSc Energy and Economics is an innovative, new degree programme grounded in the cutting-edge, globally recognised, economic research carried out by Heriot-Watt University on behalf of the energy sector.
This programme provides a detailed overview of current energy issues, teaching you to apply core tools of economic analysis to the conversion and use of energy resource.
You will develop a bespoke set of skills that will enable you to effectively measure and interpret the environmental and socio-economic impacts of the energy sector. You will also learn how to effectively analyse, appraise and design energy policy, systems and equipment from an economic perspective. You will gain highly-employable specialist knowledge that is crucial within the energy industry.
This Energy and Economics Master's Degree will prepare you for a dynamic career as an energy consultant, or for a graduate job in energy economics across: business, government regulation and environmental NGOs.
The dual-focused programme is ideally suited to graduates with an engineering or strong analytical background in subjects such as mechanical engineering, mathematics or economics.
Application deadline
30 August 2024
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 20,376per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
Heriot-Watt University
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University League Table
42nd
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Campus address
Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH14 4AS, Scotland
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Subject ranking
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.89 72%66th
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Entry standards
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Student satisfaction
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