MSc Sustainable Engineering: Energy at Nottingham Trent University

This MSc addresses the skills shortage in the growing sustainable energy sector, preparing graduates for roles in cleaner energy generation, distribution and consumption, with advanced computational skills sought by the wind, hydro and solar industries. It draws on staff expertise in advanced computer modelling, simulation and nanotechnology and advanced materials, with live industry and research projects. It is accredited by the IET until August 2029 and is taught at Clifton Campus.

Faculty: School of Science and Technology  |  Department: Engineering  |  Duration: One year full-time, or two years full-time with a placement  |  Intake: January 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Covers sustainable energy technologies (solar, wave, wind, geothermal), computational modelling and simulation through fluid dynamics, design to market, energy management and nanotechnologies. Modules: Sustainable Energy Technologies and Innovation, Power System Economics, Introduction to Nanotechnology, Sustainable Energy Management, Environmental and Industrial Fluid Dynamics, Research Methods, and an Individual Industrial or Research Project.

Career pathways

Graduates work in advisory, analysis consulting, design engineering and computer modelling roles in the energy sector, consultancy and local government, as well as charities and NGOs, with employers such as the NHS, E.on UK and Uniper Technologies; doctoral study is also an option.

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