MSc Sustainable Semiconductor Technologies at University of Surrey

Our Sustainable Semiconductor Technologies MSc explores the practical implementation of nanoscience and nanomaterials for clean and green energy applications. This course will provide you with the essential skills needed to advance your career in the rapidly developing renewable energy field.

Department: Advanced Technology Institute  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 5 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll begin by learning the fundamentals behind nanotechnology, before examining its implementation using nanomaterials – such as graphene, carbon nanotubes, 2D materials and perovskite solar cells. You'll discover how advanced nanotechnology tools are used to allow us to see things at a nanoscale, while learning about future trends and applications for energy generation and storage. Topics include sustainable energy generation from solar, thermo electrics, piezo electrics, tribo electrics and hydrogen fuels cells, and storage with supercapacitors and batteries. Core modules include Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy Technologies, Sustainable Nanofabrication and Characterisation for Semiconductor Manufacturing, Nanoelectronics & Devices, Battery and Electrical Systems, Research, Professionalism and Innovation, 60 Credit Standard Project.

Career pathways

Our Sustainable Semiconductor Technologies MSc is specifically designed to equip you for work in the energy industry, most notably in the rapidly expanding area of solar energy and storage. It will also provide you with the opportunity to pursue further research through a PhD.

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