PgCert Hydrogen Energy Systems at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The distance-learning PgCert in Hydrogen Energy Systems gives focused postgraduate training in hydrogen production and use, batteries and electrochemical energy systems, and hydrogen system design. Students build the technical knowledge and systems-level understanding to evaluate and integrate these technologies in wider energy and infrastructure systems. It can be taken as a standalone qualification or as the second taught stage of the distance-learning MSc in Net Zero Engineering.

Department: School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | Duration: 1 year (distance learning, flexible online study) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three 20-credit core modules: Fundamental Principles of Hydrogen Generation and Use, Hydrogen System Integration, and Hydrogen System Design and Practice.

Career pathways

Relevant to professionals in hydrogen, batteries, energy storage, renewable energy integration, industrial decarbonisation, utilities, infrastructure and engineering consultancy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent in any STEM subject; applicants with appropriate work experience in a process, manufacturing or related role are considered case by case and may be asked to complete a brief skills assessment and/or interview. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component (taken within the last 2 years) or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,083 a year (2027/28). Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland rate Source

International applicants: GBP 9,667 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year (distance learning, flexible online study)

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