MSc New and Renewable Energy

Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMEchE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

                                                            MSc NRE Class 2009/10

2010 Registration

Thursday 9^th September 2010 in the School of Engineering and Computing Sciences.

Aims and Objectives

The main objective of the programme is to educate students in the key Engineering aspects of New and Renewable Energy, therefore enabling them to take responsible, creative, challenging and stimulating posts in industry or research in this exciting field anywhere in the world.

Learning Outcomes

The programme will provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes. The programme outcomes have been referenced to the benchmark statement for the School of Engineering and the requirements of Engineering professional institutions/bodies defined in the UK SPEC.

Programme Structure

The taught Masters in New and Renewable Energy  is available through one year full-time study. The programme consists of four core and three optional modules. The course comprises lectures, assessed assignments, laboratories and computer classes. Students are  able  to choose  study programmes which are most suited to their interests and follow either MECHANICAL  or integrated MECHANICAL-ELECTRICAL engineering sub-streams through selection of  optional modules. 

Tutorial System

Each student is allocated an academic staff to act as his/her  Departmental Tutor.
Tutors will offer  a high level of pastoral care for each student to facilitate his/her professional development and well-being. Tutors are available for consultation  throughout the academic year at times indicated by the Tutor.  

Entry requirements

Applicants will have a good Honours degree (Usually first or upper second class from a UK university or equivalent) in    a relevant subject. Applications are welcomed from those with industrial experience.   Applicants will be required to complete a University application form and may be interviewed prior to any offer being made. International Students may have some additional English language speaking requirements. More details can be found here.

Funding for overseas students

Chevening Scholarship
The British Council administrates  the Chevening Scholarship programme for overseas students. Potential applicants  seeking the financial support should  contact  the British Council local office for further information.  

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme

Students applying for entry in the 2010/11 academic year on to MSc in Communications Engineering can be considered for 2010 Commonwealth Shared Scholarship scheme. More information can be obtained from

Chris Harrop

Student Financial Support Officer

University Office, Durham University

Durham, DH1 3HP, UK

Tel:  +44 (0)191 33 46485

Email: chris.harrop@durham.ac.uk

Ford foundation international fellowships program
The program supports talented individuals from marginalized social groups, and encourages them to use their leadership skills and knowledge to work toward positive social change in their home communities and countries. www.fordifp.org/

Employment Opportunities 

The programme will enable successful graduates to apply for both academic and industrial posts. There is a clear industrial demand for engineers qualified in this key area. 

http://www.greenjobsonline.co.uk/

http://www.environmentjob.co.uk/

www.acre-resources.com/renewable-energy-jobs

www.renewableenergyjobs.co.uk

http://www.environmentjob.co.uk/index.cfm?page=displaysector&sector=ren

http://www.windindustryjobs.com/

How to Apply

Applications for Taught MSc degree should be made to: 

Mrs Louise Coates
School of Engineering and Computing Sciences
University of Durham
South Road
Durham DH1 3LE
United Kingdom 

tel +44 (0) 191 3341708

engineering.msc@durham.ac.uk