Key information
- Level
- Postgraduate Taught
- Delivery type
- Full Time, Part Time
- Degree qualification
- MSc
- Mode of delivery
- On-Campus
- Duration
- 1 year
- Location
- Dubai
- Start date
- September, January
The Energy MSc at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai provides the opportunity for graduate engineers, scientists and corporate members of related professional bodies to acquire the knowledge needed to meet challenges and develop opportunities within the energy industry. The programme is directly related to the energy challenges facing every region of the world, including the Gulf region.
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 Canvas, which can be accessed via the internet. Students will study courses and submit assignments through Canvas at their own pace, allowing them to study for a recognised degree alongside their professional career.
January entrants
Students starting the programme in January should note that it runs full-time for two semesters (12 months) plus dissertation, for a total of 16 months.
The part-time option runs for four semesters (24 months) plus dissertation for a total of 30 months.
Students enrolling for the January intake programmes are not required to be on campus during the summer break.
Your student experience
This programme is accredited by the Energy Institute (EI). Accreditation gives assurance to our students that the programme is competent, meets the needs of employers, delivers the right skills and provides a pathway to professional registration.
This programme is also accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and also accredited and approved by the UK Royal Charter.
All applicants seeking admission must secure recognition for their bachelor's degree through the UAE Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs. The process for obtaining attestation varies depending on whether your bachelor's degree was completed within the UAE or abroad.
Ensuring that your degree is attested and recognised by the Ministry of Education is a crucial step in the admissions process.
To learn more about the process of how to obtain the certificate of recognition, please visit the MOE equivalency page
Go Global
With Go Global, Heriot-Watt's global student programme, you can carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way. You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.
Inter-Campus Transfer: United Kingdom
Course content
September Intake - Dubai
A broad range of energy disciplines are reflected in this degree, which covers Energy Resources, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Legislation, Environmental Impact Assessment and Energy in Buildings. The programme structure is outlined below.
Mandatory September
- Foundations of Energy
Optional September
- Electrical Power Systems
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Computational Fluid Dynamics with Heat Transfer
- Economics of Renewable Energy
- Heat Exchangers and Heat Transfer
- Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- Climate Change, Sustainability and Adaptation
Mandatory January
- Technology Futures and Business Strategy
- Critical Analysis and Research Preparation
Optional January
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Demand Management and Energy Storage
- Advanced Thermodynamic Applications
- Energy Systems and Buildings
Mandatory May
- Masters Dissertation
January Intake - Dubai
A broad range of energy disciplines are reflected in this degree, which covers Energy Resources, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Legislation, Environmental Impact Assessment and Energy in Buildings. The programme structure is outlined below.
Mandatory January
- Technology Futures and Business Strategy
- Critical Analysis and Research Preparation
Optional January
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Advanced Thermodynamic Applications
- Demand Management and Energy Storage
- Energy Systems and Buildings
Mandatory September
- Foundations of Energy
Optional September
- Electrical Power Systems
- Computational Fluid Dynamics with Heat Transfer
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Economics of Renewable Energy
- Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Heat Exchangers and Heat Transfer
- Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- Climate Change, Sustainability and Adaptation
Mandatory Second January
- Masters Dissertation
Teaching staff
Fees and funding
AED 103,350 per year
- All tuition fees inclusive of VAT.
Entry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.
For MSc entry, a good relevant Honours degree (first or second class) from a relevant subject area will be considered. Suitable backgrounds include chemical and process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, environmental and civil engineering, marine engineering, aerospace/aeronautical engineering, and energy and power generation. Applicants with qualifications in chemical or physical sciences, supported by a strong mathematics background and coursework in subjects such as fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics, can also be considered.
To find out more about the specific entry requirements for your country, please refer to our International Entry Requirements.
If you hold a degree from a different background and believe you may qualify for this programme or to find out more about the entry requirements for this programme, please send an email to dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk
Why Heriot-Watt
As the first British university to set up a campus in Dubai in 2005, we have established ourselves as a pioneer in the higher education market in the UAE. The three consecutive five-star ratings by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is a testament to our reputation for world-class teaching.
The futuristic Dubai campus is designed to offer interactive and collaborative learning experiences with innovative classroom styles fostering group work and engagement like Collaborative lecture theatres, Digitally Classrooms and Seminar rooms. The campus also has dedicated cutting-edge laboratories and workshops that span various engineering disciplines along with Psychology, IT, Photography, Design and Architecture.
Our practical, leading-edge research combined with strong links to business and industry, have made our graduates highly employable and sought after by the best organisations worldwide, with over 90% in graduate-level jobs or further study within six months of graduation. On top of that, we have beautiful campuses, across the globe, so you'll get a truly international education through our Go Global programme.
Employability
Many of the students on this programme are in employment and can enhance their career prospects with their current employer by gaining the MSc in Energy, both by virtue of the qualification and because they are able to contribute more by applying the knowledge and skills they acquire. This programme also equips graduates from other areas to move into employment in the increasingly important energy sector.
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