MSc in Energy Systems at University of Oxford

Programme overview

An Energy Institute-accredited taught master's exploring energy production, infrastructure and societal impact through interdisciplinary modules, case studies and a dissertation. It develops understanding of interdependencies within energy systems and the ability to evaluate energy policies and strategies nationally and internationally.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time | Intake: 4 October 2027 | Study mode: full-time or part-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Ten modules across three themes (Resources, Systems and Services), including Energy Fundamentals and Thermodynamics, Energy Infrastructure: Power Systems, Energy Demand, Energy Policy and Governance and Energy Systems: Economics and Markets Services, plus a small group case study project, a whole cohort exercise and a 70-page dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates move into leadership, strategic and advisory roles in government, consultancy, international organisations (including the European Union and United Nations) and the energy industry; some start their own ventures and many progress to doctoral study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold or be predicted a first-class UK honours degree (or equivalent) in engineering, physics, chemistry, materials science, mathematics, economics, geography or a related numerate discipline; US degrees normally need a minimum GPA of 3.7/4.0. Part-time applicants in full-time employment who do not meet the academic requirement may evidence equivalent relevant professional experience, discussed at interview. No GRE or GMAT scores are sought; publications are not considered. English language (higher level, if first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 with minimum Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24; C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Test must be taken no more than two years before the course start. Application deadlines for 2027-28 entry: 27 January 2027 (12:00 UK time; needed for Oxford scholarship consideration) and 2 March 2027 (final deadline for part-time only; full-time study and scholarships must apply by 27 January).

Domestic applicants: GBP 20,100 a year (2027/28). Home fee, full-time, 2027-28 Source

International applicants: GBP 43,150 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee, full-time, 2027-28 Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time

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