Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Systems
Prepare for a career in climate-neutral energy systems with a focus on renewable energy integration and smart grids.
Best for:Best for graduates in electrical engineering or related fields seeking to specialize in renewable energy systems, smart grids, and sustainable energy policy with hands-on industry experience.
Overview
The Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Systems at TU Dortmund University is designed to equip students with expertise in the transformation of energy systems toward a climate-neutral, economically viable, and secure future. The programme emphasizes the design, modelling, control, and operation of electrical energy systems, integrating sustainability and digitalization principles. Students engage in practical training through an industry internship and collaborative projects, culminating in a full-time Master’s thesis. The curriculum combines classroom instruction, labs, and international collaboration, fostering skills for working in global energy teams and organizations. The programme is fully taught in English, with optional German-language courses for complementary studies.
What you'll do
- Complete mandatory courses in the first semester to establish a foundational knowledge base in sustainable energy systems.
- Engage in elective courses across renewable energy, smart grids, and energy markets to specialize in specific areas.
- Participate in an industry internship (12 weeks) to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges in the energy sector.
- Collaborate in seminars, tutorials, labs, and project groups to develop interdisciplinary problem-solving skills.
- Conduct independent research and write a full-time Master’s thesis (6 months) under academic supervision.
- Attend courses offered by the University Alliance Ruhr (UA Ruhr) to broaden academic exposure and transfer credits.
- Engage in international collaboration and networking through a diverse student body from various countries.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE/BEng) or Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in electrical engineering or a comparable study programme
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: English proficiency at C1 level (e.g., TOEFL iBT 95, IELTS 7.0, or equivalent)
Instruction: English (with optional German courses for complementary studies)
- Proven academic background in electrical engineering or a related field
- Strong proficiency in English (C1 level) for coursework and thesis
- Ability to work collaboratively in international teams
- Basic understanding of sustainability and digitalization principles in energy systems
- No minimum German language requirement
- Documents must be submitted in English or German (translations required for other languages)
- Degree certificates must be certified by relevant authorities
- Application deadlines vary by applicant group and semester
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How to apply
Deadline: Varies by applicant group and semester (check [TU Dortmund International Office website](https://international.tu-dortmund.de/en/international-applicants/application/master/))
Applicants must submit their application through the official TU Dortmund University portal. Required documents include a Bachelor’s degree certificate, proof of English proficiency, a CV, and any additional mandatory documents specified on the course website. Non-EU/EEA and EU/EEA nationals have separate application guidelines. Original documents must be presented during enrolment.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate (or equivalent)
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified translations of non-English/German documents
- Photocopies or digital copies of degree certificates (originals required during enrolment)
Contact
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https://international.tu-dortmund.de/en/international-applicants/application/master/
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