MSc Renewable Energy

What you'll learn

The programme consists of 120 credits of taught material delivered through eight core modules, followed by a 60-credit dissertation project. Some modules are shared and must be taken by all students, while others are specific to the specialist route you choose - Management or Engineering.

Shared by all students (Core modules)

All students complete the following foundational modules, which provide essential conceptual and methodological tools:

• Sustainability

• Interdisciplinary Research Methods

After completing these introductory modules, students progress onto specialist modules according to their chosen route.

Management route (Core modules)

• Environmental Management Systems

• Renewable Energy Legal and Financial Frameworks

• Renewable Energy – Project Engineering

• Management of Change

Engineering route (Core modules)

• Wind and Water Energy Generation

• Bio Energy and Hydrogen Engineering

• Solar Energy Engineering

• Energy Systems Integration

Shared by all students (Core modules)

The programme concludes with two cross-route modules, enabling collaboration and knowledge exchange between Management and Engineering students:

• De-Commissioning and Energy Storage
• Emerging Renewable Energy Technologies

Project

In addition to the taught modules, you will complete a dissertation project which is worth a third of your final Master's grade (60 credits). This substantial individual project is designed to strengthen your academic and research skills, while allowing you to explore a specific area of renewable energy that reflects your interests and career goals. The project will be presented as a written dissertation, submitted at the end of the academic year.

You are expected to devote an appropriate portion of your time and intellectual effort to the project during the course i.e. approximately 600 hours over the course of the academic year.

Learning style and assessment

This course has two components – a taught component accounting for two-thirds of your time and effort, and a research component (dissertation) accounting for one-third.

For the taught component, we blend lectures with seminars, syndicate exercises, simulations, and case studies. The majority of modules are taught in small classes to facilitate and encourage interaction. Others practice larger-scale lectures, which are then supported by small class seminars and group projects. Our module leaders have extensive academic and industry experience; industry experts currently working at the forefront of their fields also contribute regularly to the content and delivery of the course, bringing real-world insight into your learning experience.

Typical contact hours

Module delivery patterns vary, but most will be delivered in a short learning block of up to 4 weeks, allowing your focus to be on one module at a time. Each module nominally accounts for 150 hours, which includes scheduled classroom time and online activities as well as your independent study and assessments.

As a Master's student, you are expected to manage your own time appropriately. On average, you are expected to commit 38-40 hours of study each week, in order to successfully achieve your MSc qualification.

Assessment

Modules are predominantly assessed by way of written assignments, but assessment can also be in other formats. In addition to the main assessment, you may have assessed presentations, online tests, self-reflection, and a range of other assessment methods during each module.

Your project will be assessed by your Project Supervisor plus an independent assessor. As part of the assessment, you may be required to present your research project and answer questions at a poster session.

Read more information about the course structure.

Entry requirements

In order to meet our academic entry requirement, you should have obtained the minimum of a UK 2:1 undergraduate degree from STEM or Business and Management backgrounds (relevant to the course route you select). This course is particularly designed for applicants seeking a blend of technical competence and management capability in the renewable energy sector.

English language

If you are a non-native English speaker, we need to confirm that your English language competency is sufficiently good for you to get the most out of your Master's study. You therefore require you to take a SELT (Secure English Language Test) and submit your results as one of your academic requirements. If you are taking an IELTS test, we require a score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any one component). Please view our web page here for a full list of accepted tests, together with the grades required.

Tuition fees

For 2026 entry, the tuition fees are as follows:

• Home students: £13,040
• Overseas students: £37,460

If you are successful in receiving an offer, a deposit payment is required in order to secure your place on the course. Please note that sponsored students can apply for a deposit waiver. For further information, please see our tuition fee deposits pageLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window.

Your remaining tuition fee is then payable at the start of the academic year, or in three instalments. For information about how to pay your tuition fees, please review the University's finance web pagesLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window.

WMG Excellence Scholarships

At WMG, we invest more than £1 million per year into supporting our talented students and creating a diverse and inspiring learning environment.
Our funding opportunities range from the competitive merit-based WMG Excellence Scholarship open to all offer-holders, through to guaranteed bursaries for specific countries and partnership awards with third-party funders.

WMG Excellence Scholarships are merit-based awards, available on a competitive basis. Awards range from £5,000, £10,000 to £15,000 tuition fee discount.

Applications will be judged on past academic achievement, professional experience, reasons for study, and your vision for the future. View our WMG Excellence Scholarship page for full details on how to apply for this award.

Additional Scholarship opportunities

You might also be eligible to apply for other scholarships from the University of Warwick, such as the Warwick Taught Masters Scholarship Scheme; as well as awards from external funding bodies, including Chevening Scholarships. For additional funding opportunities and eligibility details, please visit our Funding web pageLink opens in a new window

Careers

As a graduate of the MSc Renewable Energy, you will typically progress into careers focused on renewable energy system design, project management, energy policy, sustainability consulting, grid integration, energy storage, low-carbon technology development, and wider clean-energy innovation. You will be well-prepared to work across a broad range of sectors including utilities, engineering and manufacturing, environmental consultancy, government and policy organisations, construction and infrastructure, transportation, and emerging green-tech industries. As global demand for clean energy accelerates, opportunities for graduates of this programme continue to grow, offering a dynamic and future-proof career path.

Potential roles could include:

• Renewable energy developers and operators (wind, solar, hydro, storage).
• Utilities and grid integration teams.
• Energy consultancy and policy organisations.
• Technology manufacturers and supply chains.
• Project management, business development and strategy roles within low-carbon sectors.
• Further research or PhD study

How to apply

What to include with your application:

• A completed application form and £75 application fee.

• A Personal Statement which can be included in the online application.
• A scan of your transcript (marksheet). If you are still studying, please send us your transcripts to date. NB: if you are made an offer, we will then require you to upload your degree transcripts and certificate in order to clear your conditions.
• English language test result (if applicable) - this can be submitted after you have an offer.
• One reference. If you completed studies less than 2 years ago, this should be an academic reference. If you graduated more than 2 years ago, we will require a professional reference. We contact your referee directly, so please include their valid professional email address on your application form.
• Candidates with professional experience should include their CV with their application.

You can read more about the application process, and access a link to the application form, on our how to apply web page.

Application Deadline

Our official application deadline is 31st August 2026, however please note that this course will close early if capacity is reached ahead of that deadline. We strongly recommend you apply as soon as you are ready in order to avoid disappointment.