- Graduates will be able to conduct environmental, social and economic analyses of the decisions associated with the deployment of sustainable energy technologies
- Graduates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the process of identifying, capturing, developing and applying innovative technical solutions to problems in sustainable energy deployment arising from their research.
- Graduates will have acquired the knowledge to perform detailed feasibility studies, scientific analyses, and conduct research technical aspects of sustainable energy systems
- Graduates will have developed an understanding of the need for high ethical standards and professionalism
- Graduates will have effective oral and written communication skills, including design of supporting materials, for communicating with scientific stakeholders and practitioners
- Graduates will use their knowledge to support industry and community organizations in development and utilisation of energy technologies.
- On completion of the programme graduates should be able to work effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary groups to address sustainable energy issues with a commitment to lifelong learning to enhance their professional development
Sustainable Development Goals
This course is available through the following application route(s)
The MSc Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies enables you to focus on advanced education and training in the development and optimisation of renewable energy resource exploitation, the efficiency in energy generation and utilisation pathways (including energy conservation), the mitigation of environmental impacts, and preparation for business innovation and job creation opportunities in renewable energy systems technology development, plant biotechnology and entrepreneurship. The programme is underpinned by the best European practice by incorporating compatible EU policy drivers such as the Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan) for energy research, current R&D in crops (through ongoing and research initiatives under the Charles Parsons Energy Research programme), and the collaboration with internationally acknowledged experts in the subject domains from universities, research institutions and industry. This programme enables you to maintain relevance of academic and research training, and therefore enhance your employability in the area of sustainable energy.
This programme is delivered by a highly research-intensive School comprised of a European Research Council Fellow and six Marie Curie Fellowships. The programme Director Prof. Kevin McDonnell won the inaugural SEAI Energy Innovation award, the Environcom award for energy innovation and is a Fulbright Scholar. This programme provides opportunities for site visits and industry internships where possible. The UCD School of Biosystems & Food Engineering consistently wins up to €3 million in annual research funding.
Module Information:
Under the "What modules can I take?" section below you will see general module information, for a more detailed description including module selection rules click here.
About This Course
Graduates of the MSc in Sustainable Energy and Green Technologies programme will have competences and skill sets for employment in companies and organisations geared to planning, deploying and utilising a wide range of green technologies systems including environmental impact mitigation. Typical opportunities will be in waste-to-energy facilities, biogas plants, ethanol production facilities, district-heating operations, renewable energy research laboratories, facilities utilising wind energy (including wind farms), solar energy, biomass and hydrogen energy, as well as leading energy utility companies, and research institutions. The knowledge and skill you gain from the Innovation and Technology Transfer module specifically will provide you with unique insights into the entrepreneurial process, from identification of the innovative idea through to the launch of a successful business.
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
| Trimester | Credits | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN30310 | The Bioeconomy; A strategy for sustainable fuel, material and chemical production | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN30360 | Life Cycle Assessment | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40320 | Waste to Energy Processes & Technologies | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40700 | Energy System & Sustainable Environments | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40110 | Advanced Air Pollution | Spring | 10 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40350 | Renewable Energy Systems Analysis | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40400 | LCA Applications | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40460 | Research, Teaching & Career Skills | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40560 | Biorefinery Process & Tech | Spring | 5 |
Stage 1 Core Modules |
BSEN40090 | Thesis | Year-long (12 months) | 30 |
Graduates of the MSc in Sustainable Energy and Green Technologies programme will have competences and skill sets for employment in companies and organisations geared to planning, deploying and utilising a wide range of green technologies systems including environmental impact mitigation.
Mert Satir, Siemens Wind Power
Having obtained a scholarship from the EU, I selected this Masters through which I comprehensively learned about technical, economic and policy aspects of sustainable energy systems. I have extended my prospects by combining my engineering background with what I learned during this programme, and more importantly, I was constantly introduced to novel concepts related to the industry. The variety of material and software offered by each module greatly enhanced my learning experience. I have benefited from academics who are experts in their fields and who also have close links with the industry, this coupled with the entrepreneurship projects and mock interviews has taught me more than I could have learned in a classroom. As a foreign student, UCD is an excellent university from which to enjoy Dublin’s vibrant social life and this beautiful country. I would highly recommend UCD to anyone who wishes to work in the industry.
MSc in Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies (X413) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 9530
nonEU fee per year - € 29100
***Fees are subject to change
EU fee per year - € 9530
nonEU fee per year - € 29100
***Fees are subject to change
Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see www.ucd.ie/global/scholarships/
The College of Engineering & Architecture also offer scholarships for non-EU students, for more information see: www.ucd.ie/eacollege/study/noneuscholarships.
- An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ Level 8) with a minimum upper second class honours or international equivalence in an engineering, physical science or environmental related degree.
- Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
- Students meeting the programme’s academic entry requirements but not the English language requirements, may enter the programme upon successful completion of UCD’s Pre-Sessional or International Pre-Master’s Pathway programmes. Please see the following link for further information http://www.ucd.ie/alc/programmes/pathways/
- These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information.
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes
How to Apply
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to MSc in Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies:
| ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | X413 MSc in Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies Master of Science |
Full-Time Commencing September 2024 |
Graduate Taught | Closed |
| showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt | X413 MSc in Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies Master of Science |
Full-Time Commencing September 2025 |
Graduate Taught | Apply |
* you can change options at the top of the page