Sustainable Energy Systems MSc

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #35

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University of Edinburgh offers Sustainable Energy Systems MSc, a master's degree in General Engineering programme in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is GBP 39,200 per year (GBP 16,000 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: General Engineering

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 16,000 / year

International tuition: GBP 39,200 / year

Last checked September 2026 · Source: study.ed.ac.uk ·

Program details

Overview

This one-year MSc trains engineers and physicists to design and analyse low-carbon power systems, responding to growing global demand for affordable, reliable and sustainable energy supply.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in engineering or physics. If you apply with a background in another field, you may be accepted if you hold either:• a UK first class honours degree, or its international equivalent, and have studied mathematics to first year undergraduate level, OR• a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in addition to extensive professional experience or knowledge in the field of Sustainable Energy Systems involving a range of engineering aspects. You must also be able to demonstrate a strong interest in the energy sector.

Application Details

Start Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: Selection rounds: 15 December, 31 March, 31 May.

About University of Edinburgh

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1583

Students: 39,015

QS rank: #35

Programs: 780

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Sustainable Energy Systems MSc award?

University of Edinburgh awards a Master's Degree in the field of General Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does Sustainable Energy Systems MSc take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Sustainable Energy Systems MSc cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 39,200 per year (GBP 16,000 per year for local students).

Can Sustainable Energy Systems MSc be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Edinburgh.

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