Advanced Professional Degree in Energy Technology
A 1.5-year advanced professional degree specializing in renewable energy solutions, blending theory and practical industry applications.
Best for:Best for professionals with a lower university degree in energy, electrical, automation, or mechanical engineering seeking to advance their expertise in renewable energy technologies and industry applications.
Overview
This advanced professional degree program at Turku University of Applied Sciences is designed for professionals with a relevant lower university degree and at least two years of work experience. It focuses on renewable energy technologies, particularly solar and wind power, while addressing future challenges like balancing weather-dependent energy production through storage, demand flexibility, and hybrid/virtual power plant concepts. The curriculum combines intensive on-campus sessions with flexible online study, allowing participants to continue working while earning the degree. Graduates will gain expertise in sustainable energy solutions and future technologies, enhancing their roles as energy sector specialists or developers.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply knowledge in renewable energy technologies, focusing on solar and wind power.
- Analyze and design solutions for balancing weather-dependent energy production using storage systems and demand flexibility.
- Explore hybrid and virtual power plant concepts to optimize energy production and distribution.
- Conduct a 30 ECTS applied research project in collaboration with an industry partner, addressing real-world challenges.
- Engage in flexible, hybrid learning combining intensive on-campus sessions and online study to accommodate professional commitments.
Requirements
Degree required: Lower university degree (e.g., Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent) in energy, electrical, automation, mechanical engineering, or a related field
Degree offered: Advanced Professional Degree (Insinööri, ylempi AMK)
Language: Finnish proficiency for most instruction; some English-taught courses available
Instruction: Finnish (with some English-taught courses)
- At least two years of professional work experience after completing a lower university degree
- Basic understanding of energy systems and renewable technologies
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional setting
- Must hold a lower university degree (e.g., Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent)
- Minimum of two years of professional work experience post-degree
- No nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-24
Apply through the official Opintopolku portal. Submit your application with required documents, including a lower university degree certificate, proof of work experience, and any additional relevant materials. The application process is handled online.
- Lower university degree certificate
- Proof of at least two years of professional work experience
- CV or resume
- Motivation letter
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