Sustainable Energy Systems
Summary
| Degree | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
|---|---|
| Subject group | Natural Sciences and Computer Sciences |
| Standard program duration | 4 semesters |
| Admission requirements |
none
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| Start of studies |
Winter semester
Summer semester |
| Language | English |
| Enrollment requirements | |
| Further information | Webseite of Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology |
| Department | Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology |
Overview
The Sustainable Energy Systems program prepares students for work in the broad field of energy system transformation towards a climate-neutral, economic and supply-secure future. The main technical perspective targets the transition of the electrical power system based on renewable energy. Knowledge of its future design is supplemented by competencies in sustainability and digitalization for smart grids and markets.
The course of study comprises of design, modelling, control and operation of electrical energy systems while considering sustainability perspectives. The course also prepares the students in distributed renewable generation, sector coupling with all energy sectors, and related energy market designs.
All courses are taught in English. The Master’s degree program also includes an industry internship to apply the knowledge to practical problems. In the final semester, the students work on their Master’s thesis for six months on a full-time basis. Joint work in seminars, tutorials, labs, and project groups will strengthen their competencies. The international environment with students from various countries will broaden their horizons and enable them to interact respectfully in international teams and organisations.
Skills and knowledge
For admission to the Master’s degree program, a BSc or equivalent degree in electrical engineering or a comparable study programme is required. Certificates have to be certified by a notary and/or by the Ministry of Education or German consulates or respective authorities. For enrolment, they have to be presented in the original.
Language requirements:
An English proficiency level in the range of the European CEFR C1 is requested. For instance, this translates to
IETLS 7 (overall, academic test)
TOEFL ibT 95 or similar test frameworks.
Field of activity
The Sustainable Energy Systems program prepares students for work in the broad field of energy transition towards a climate-neutral, economical and secure future. The main technical perspective aims at the conversion of the electrical energy system on the basis of renewable energies. The knowledge of its future design is complemented by competencies in the areas of sustainability and digitalization for smart grids and markets.
The course covers the design, modeling, control and operation of electrical energy systems, taking into account sustainability perspectives. The course also prepares students for decentralized renewable generation, sector coupling with all energy sectors and the associated energy market designs.
Additional information
As part of the Master's degree program, 12 weeks of practical training (industrial internship) must be completed in the third semester, and 14 credits are awarded for this.
For International Applicants
Beginning from February 2023 the application will be handled via Uni-Assist. The expected application periods are:
Summer Term:
from 18 November to 15 January each year
Winter Term:
from 24 March to 15 June each year.
For National Incomers
Please use the campus portal of the TU Dortmund University to apply within the regular application period.
You can find the current information in the examination regulations on the website of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.