MSc in Renewable Energy Systems

The primary aim of the M.Sc. in Renewable Energy Systems is to produce effective engineers and technical workers for a professional career in energy and, in particular, renewable energy.

The programme spans a minimum of three semesters, i.e. beginning in September of the first year and ending in following September (one calendar year).

Entry requirements

55% OR Higher in Undergraduate with IELTS 6.0 with no bands less than 5.5 or overseas equivalent. A second class honours degree (2.2) in an engineering or science discipline is the basic requirement. Candidates with alternative qualifications are also encouraged to apply.

Course Modules


Semester 1	· Introduction to Renewable Energy (mandatory) · Wind Energy 1 (mandatory) · Solar Energy 1 (mandatory) · Water Power 1 (mandatory) · Bio-Energy 1 (mandatory)
Semester 2	· Energy Policy and Economics (mandatory) · Grid Integration of Renewables (mandatory) · Research Methods (mandatory) · Wind Energy 2 (elective, i.e. not mandatory) · Ocean Energy (elective, i.e. not mandatory) · Solar Energy 2 (elective, i.e. not mandatory) · Bio-Energy 2 (elective, i.e. not mandatory)

Semester 3	· Research Project write up (mandatory for M.Sc.)

Career Prospects

Graduates of the M.Sc. in Renewable Energy Systems programme will be equipped with the skillset and knowledge for crucial roles in research, design and development in companies in the energy sector. Graduates from this programme have obtained employment from a vast variety of companies throughout Ireland and further afield. Also, some graduates have decided to pursue further study in the energy domain to PhD level, at Dundalk Institute of Technology and other universities.