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PGDip in DESS in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency

École de Technologie Supérieure

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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PGDip in DESS in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency is a postgraduate diploma in Energy Engineering programme offered by École de Technologie Supérieure in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Energy Engineering
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 1,002 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: etsmtl.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The DESS (graduate diploma) in renewable energies and energy efficiency, offered by École de Technologie Supérieure, gives engineers and professionals advanced knowledge of different renewable energy technologies and the skills to identify technology needs and support technology transfer within industry. The 30-credit programme is normally completed in four sessions full-time or eight sessions part-time, with courses offered during the day, in the evening and in some intensive formats. Admission is available for the Fall, Winter and Summer terms, with earlier deadlines applying to international applicants. The programme is intended for holders of a bachelor's degree in engineering, pure sciences or applied sciences in a relevant field, or for professionals with equivalent knowledge, training and experience. Instruction is in French. Graduates gain the technical grounding needed to evaluate and implement renewable energy and energy-efficiency solutions in industrial and organizational contexts.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, pure sciences or applied sciences in an appropriate field, with a cumulative average of at least 3.0 on a 4.3 scale; those with an average between 2.8 and 3.0 may be admitted after review of their file. Applicants without this academic background may instead be admitted based on necessary knowledge, appropriate training and relevant experience. All applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in French under ÉTS's language policy; strong English reading ability is recommended given the volume of course material available only in English.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About École de Technologie Supérieure

“Le génie pour l'industrie”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1974
Students: 12,000
Programs: 84
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGDip in DESS in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency award?

École de Technologie Supérieure awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Energy Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does PGDip in DESS in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does PGDip in DESS in Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 1,002 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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