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MSc Electrical Power Engineering

Electrical Power
Engineering

Gain the knowledge and skills required for a career in power engineering

Qualified electrical engineers are desperately needed by the power industry. There is also a severe shortage of power engineering expertise in other sectors, such as government bodies and finance organisations, where a detailed knowledge of energy supply and demand is increasingly important as societies develop and adapt to pressing environmental and economic constraints, dwindling reserves of fossil fuels and the emergence of new energy technologies.

As the mitigation of global warming becomes ever more important, the electrification of transportation and heat as well as the accelerated penetration of renewable energy into the power grid have become main objectives in Electrical Power Engineering. The technologies studied in this MSc are the underpinning innovation forces in various industries including the electric transportation industry, aviation industry and power generation and transmission industries including renewable energy.

Our MSc Electrical Power Engineering will give you the knowledge and skills required for a career in electrical power engineering and is an opportunity to update your knowledge with the latest developments in renewable energy and smart grids.

Watch the video above to find out more about the course from academics and students.

You will be introduced to research-led teaching in cutting-edge technologies, materials and processes that enable the generation, transmission, conversion and control of electrical power. The course is delivered by a team of world-class research active academics in energy and power engineering, most of whom have industrial experience. This guarantees that the course material is always up-to-date and reflects real-world problems in industry and society.

The MSc degree (totalling 180 credits) comprises:

  1. Eight taught modules (15 credits each): Five core modules and three optional modules (see below)
  2. A research project worth 60 credits (see below)

Core modules

Optional modules (choose 3)*

*Optional module lists are subject to change each year to keep the student learning experience current and up to date. We recommend that you check this webpage again in future for the most up-to-date information.

Individual project (ES97NLink opens in a new window)

Part of the course credit comprises a substantial project appropriate to the course of study. This entails an in-depth experimental, theoretical or computational investigation of a topic chosen by the student in conjunction with an academic supervisor.

Please note that the detailed module information available via the hyperlink is applicable for the academic year (2024-25).

Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our central website before you apply. Please read our terms and conditions to find out more.

Research groups

Students will work with academics conducting world leading research in Power Electronics, Electric Drives, Control and Energy Storage.

Power Electronics Research

The Power Electronics Research group is a world-leading research group in power electronics. Students will learn about the latest developments in power semiconductor materials, devices, modules and converters. Students will get the opportunity to learn and do research in wide bandgap semiconductor materials and their applications in electric transportation and renewable energy conversion. The Power Electronics group works with a large variety of industrial collaborators and has received significant amounts UK and international funding over the last few years. Academics in this group include Professor Phil Mawby, Professor Li Ran, Professor Layi Alatise, Dr Peter Gammon, Dr Marina Antoniou, Dr Jose Ortiz Gonzalez and Dr Vishal Shah.

This research group has 4 research laboratories including the Power Device Fabrication Cleanroom, the Power Electronics Characterisation and Reliability Lab, the Power Packaging Cleanroom and the Power Electronics Applications Lab.

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Power Control and Energy Storage Research

The Power and Control Systems research group conducts world leading research in the areas of control and storage of electrical power including energy efficiency, power system modelling, simulation, control and monitoring, nonlinear control system theory, electrical drives and control, energy storage and grid integration. The group has been successful in attracting national and international industrial collaborators and has secured significant funding over the last few years. The academics in the group include Professor Jihong Wang, Dr Oleh Kiselchnyk and Dr Wei He.

This research group has 3 laboratories including the Thermal Power Plant Modelling and Simulation Laboratory, the Pneumatic Driving Machines and Hybrid Systems Laboratory and the Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation and Control Laboratory.

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Requirements

In order to come to Warwick you need to hold an unconditional offer. All applicants must satisfy the general postgraduate admissions requirements and also those of the course which they wish to pursue.

  • A minimum 2:i undergraduate UK Honours degree or equivalent international qualification, in an engineering, physical sciences or mathematical subject
    • You can see how your current degree score or GPA equates to the British system on the International Office's equivalent scores tableLink opens in a new window.
    • We are willing to consider applications from students with lower qualifications on a case-by-case basis, particularly when the applicant can evidence relevant employment, practical experience or strong performance in undergraduate modules related to their proposed postgraduate course of study
    • To ensure you have the essential foundations for the course, and depending on your overall academic profile, we may require you to take a mathematical skills test
  • One academic reference. You should nominate a referee who can provide an informed view of your academic ability and suitability for your chosen programme of study.
  • English Language Qualification: If your first language is not English you will be expected to obtain one of the following recognised English Language qualifications:
    • IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 with no component less than 6.0
    • TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 92 with minimum components; Reading 22, Listening 21, Speaking 23, Writing 21
    • Other tests are accepted, click hereLink opens in a new window for details of Band A scores.

How to apply

Applications for 2024 entry are now open. More information about the application process is available on the University websiteLink opens in a new window.

Application Form Course Details:
Department: School of Engineering
Type of course: Postgraduate Taught
Degree: Electrical Power Engineering (MSc) (P-H643)

Application assessment fee

Before you can submit your application to us, you will be required to pay an application assessment fee of £75 at the end of the form. We aim to provide applicants with a decision as soon as possible after their application. We, therefore, begin processing applications immediately upon receipt of the application assessment fee. For this reason, the application assessment fee is non-refundable. Other cancellation rights that applicants have are not affected.

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Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree to fully meet the CEng registration educational requirements.


InstMC

This degree is accredited by the Institute of Measurement and Control. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC). An accredited degree will provide you with some or all the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

There are two main costs for students undertaking postgraduate study - academic fees and living expenses.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees are payable for each year of your course at the start of the academic year, or at the start of your course, if later. For details of the fees and how to pay, please review the Warwick Student Finance pages.Link opens in a new window

Living expenses

As well as tuition fees, students should budget for accommodation, food, books and other general expenditure such as clothes or leisure. Living costs will depend upon your lifestyle and spending patterns.

International students must be able to prove they have the necessary funds to cover these expenses. For more information on all costs see living expenses.

Scholarships

The School of Engineering offer scholarshipsLink opens in a new window throughout the year, check the page regularly for the latest funding opportunities.

Postal address:

Postgraduate Office
School of Engineering
Library Road
University of Warwick
Coventry
CV4 7AL

  Our Electrical Power Engineering course is excellently tailored to train future engineers in this area. It uniquely considers electrical power conversion and control at devices, converters and systems levels, developing corresponding knowledge and practical skills.

The MSc projects are industry oriented. This opens broad perspectives for the graduates to continue their career in power electronic devices design and manufacturing, in power electronic converters application, including renewable energy and electrical vehicles, in electricity distribution and transmission companies, and in power stations."

Dr Oleh Kiselychnyk, Course Coordinator

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Essential Information

Degree title:

Degree of Master of Science in Electrical Power Engineering (MSc)

Duration

1 year full time
A 12 month registration taking into account 30 weeks of teaching during the academic year and project work throughout.

Application deadline
2 August 2024

Course Start Date
30 September 2024

Location of study
School of Engineering, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Warwick provides an inclusive working and learning environment, recognising and respecting every individual’s differences. We welcome applications from individuals who identify with any of the protected characteristics defined by the Equality Act 2010.