MSc Energy Engineering
Key details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Master of Science
- Course Length
- 1 year
- Course Start Date
- September 2025
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Course Overview
Become the energy engineer that the industry needs. Our highly commended collaboration with industry means that you’ll graduate with experience in the energy sector and the perfect mix of knowledge, contacts, and sought-after transferable skills. This Master’s in Energy Engineering, accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and Energy Institute, is your route into the energy industry.
You’ll master fundamental energy and electrical engineering principles, tailoring your learning to your interests with options in renewable energy, nuclear energy, and oil and gas engineering. Ultimately, you’ll recognise the long-term goal of renewable energy alongside the broader reality of a sustainable energy mix.
Studying at UEA means you’ll be at the heart of a booming energy sector, with a diverse range of engineering companies on our doorstep. You’ll benefit from these industry links right from the start of your course. Your most significant project will be your dissertation, where you’ll have the chance to undertake the practical element whilst on placement within the energy sector.
From day one, you’ll have access to industry-standard facilities in Productivity East, including computer aided design (CAD) stations, 3D printers, subtractive manufacturing technology, and collaborative robots. You’ll also have frequent opportunities to showcase your potential to industry professionals, through events like our annual Select Partnership Scheme.
Studying energy engineering at UEA means you’ll graduate with a rounded skillset and deep-rooted understanding of your chosen discipline. What’s more, you’ll be supported by an energy supply chain, award-winning careers service throughout your course, and even after graduation. You may pursue careers in energy management, energy industry, energy supply chain, recycled energies, renewable energies and other sectors.
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Accreditations
This course is professionally accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council. For applicants who have already achieved an award from an accredited IET undergraduate programme, this Master’s degree provides the further learning required for CEng registration. This course is also accredited by the Energy Institute 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 comply with full CEng registration requirements.
Completing an accredited course enables you to demonstrate to employers your knowledge, abilities, skills, and competencies as specified in the Engineering Council's UK-SPEC4.0.
Professionally recognised engineers can benefit from improved career prospects and higher earning potential. This accreditation is an international recognition and can also pave the way to further career opportunities abroad.
Careers
Career Pathways
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
- Energy management
- Renewable energy systems design, installation, operation, and maintenance
- Energy from waste
- Electricity generation and distribution
- Engineering supply chain
- Energy industry
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
After the Course
You’ll graduate from UEA as a versatile engineer with a well-rounded, transferable skill set – meaning you can move into a variety of career directions.
Through your dissertation and networking, you’ll have built relationships with local and regional companies that will have enhanced your commercial awareness and may even lead directly to employment.
Previous graduates have worked across the energy sector, including offshore operations with Seajacks, renewable energy and building services with REN Energy, remote oil rigs with ODE, photovoltaic installation with LightSource, and energy storage with Connected Energy. Others have secured postgraduate positions with the Environment Agency and in risk assessment, to mention a few, while others have continued their postgraduate studies with PhD programmes.
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Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
Degree classification
Bachelors degree - 2.2
Degree Subject
Any subject area which includes significant mathematical content.
- Additional Entry Requirements
Entry with other qualifications or experience will be considered if the necessary mathematical and technical expertise has been acquired elsewhere (e.g. relevant industrial experience).
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)
Applicants applying for a Student VISA may require an ATAS certificate before they apply for their visa. Check the ATAS Government website to see if you will require an ATAS certificate. Please note the Government are taking several weeks to process ATAS requests, so please ensure you request clearance in good time. If you have any questions please contact pgt.admissions@uea.ac.uk.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
Degree classification
UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent
Degree Subject
Any subject area which includes significant mathematical content.
- Additional Entry Requirements
Entry with other qualifications or experience will be considered if the necessary mathematical and technical expertise has been acquired elsewhere (e.g. relevant industrial experience).
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)
Applicants applying for a Student VISA may require an ATAS certificate before they apply for their visa. Check the ATAS Government website to see if you will require an ATAS certificate. Please note the Government are taking several weeks to process ATAS requests, so please ensure you request clearance in good time. If you have any questions please contact pgt.admissions@uea.ac.uk.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in Listening and Reading with 6.0 in Writing and Speaking)
Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date.
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
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- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2025/26 are:
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UK Students: £11,775
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International Students: £24,350
We estimate living expenses at £1,136 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships(opens in a new window); please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Some dissertation placements have costs that are difficult to predict – but you won’t have to choose placements that you can’t afford. Sometimes your placement provider will cover your costs but, due to the nature of industry, this is not something we can control. Please note that we cannot guarantee any student a work placement as this decision rests with potential employers.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
How to Apply
How to apply
Applications for Postgraduate Taught programmes at the University of East Anglia should be made directly to the University.
To apply please use our online application form(opens in a new window).
Application deadline
International applicants and non UK Nationals may require an ATAS certificate, depending on individual circumstances. In order to allow sufficient time to apply and receive an ATAS certificate, international applications will close on 11/07/2025.
Further information
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances prior to applying, please do contact us:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Tel: +44 (0)1603 591515
Email: admissions@uea.ac.uk(opens in a new window)
International candidates are also encouraged to access the International Students(opens in a new window) section of our website.