Energy MSc

The Energy MSc at Heriot-Watt provides the opportunity for graduate engineers or scientists and corporate members of related professional bodies to acquire an overview and detailed knowledge to meet the challenges and develop opportunities within the energy industry.

The programme is supported by an EPSRC Collaborative Training Account and its content is directly related to the energy challenges facing the Middle East.

Heriot-Watt recognises that learning needs to be flexible and this programme allows experienced and recent graduates to tailor the programme content and structure to their specific needs. The University uses a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) called Vision and this can be accessed via the internet. Students will study courses and submit assignments through Vision at their own pace, allowing students to study for a recognised degree during their professional careers.Upon graduation from the Masters programme, graduates will be able to obtain membership of the professional association.

Programme content

A broad range of disciplines covered by Energy are reflected in this degree, which includes:

  • Energy Resources
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Environmental Legislation
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Energy in Buildings

The programme’s courses include:

  • Foundations of Energy
  • Heat Transfer and Heat Exchangers
  • Process Intensification
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  • Technology Future and Business Strategy
  • Critical Analysis and Research Preparation
  • Environmental Impact Assessment
  • Demand Management and Energy Storage
  • Building Energy Management Masters Dissertation

Entry requirements

Postgraduate Masters level

  • Bachelors Honours degree A good first or second class Honours degree in a cognate or semicognate discipline.
  • Postgraduate Diploma Attainment of 50% pass level in the MSc Energy examinations.
  • Professional/corporate membership Membership of a professional institution in a cognate discipline that normally requires an Honours degree for entry.

Postgraduate Diploma level

  • Bachelors degree An Ordinary degree in a cognate or semicognate discipline.
  • Higher National Diploma HND or equivalent qualification deemed suitable to third year entry of a cognate Bachelors degree, plus four years' relevant post-qualification work experience.
  • Higher National Certificate HNC or equivalent qualification deemed suitable to second year entry of a cognate Bachelors degree, plus six years' relevant post-qualification work experience.
  • Professional/associate membership Membership of a professional institution in a cognate discipline that normally requires a degree for entry.

Additional information

  • Where English was not the medium of instruction during previous education, applicants must demonstrate English Language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (paper-based exam); 213 (computer-based exam); 80 (internet-based exam).