2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Programme Catalogue

MSc (Eng) Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems

Programme overview

Programme code
MSE-ELEC/RES
UCAS code
Duration
12 Months
Method of Attendance
Full Time
Programme manager
Dr. Tim Amsdon
Contact address
T.J.Amsdon@leeds.ac.uk
Total credits
180
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme
School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Examination board through which the programme will be considered
Professional Body Offering Accreditation
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements are available on the Course Search entry

Programme specification

Renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions are top of the global environmental agenda. This Masters programme is designed to address the fundamentals of renewable energy, showing how solar, wind and other energy sources can work harmoniously and be efficiently integrated into practical power systems.
You'll study core power engineering topics such as power converters, electric drives and control alongside modules specific to renewable energy sources and power system.
At the same time, you'll study a unique range of modules on the generation of electricity from solar and wind power, energy management through the applications of power electronics and comprehensive analysis of smart grid systems. You'll also explore the opportunity to address the control and management issues in modern energy systems.
The School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering is an exciting and stimulating environment. It’s home to specialist teaching facilities and a wealth of leading researchers working on real-world issues and contributing to global change. This means you'll be learning the most up-to-date practices, equipping you with the specialist skill set and knowledge you’ll need to address the renewable energy challenges and problems in a wide range of careers.

Year 1

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules

CodeTitleCreditsSemesterPass for Progression
CAPE5410MEnergy Management and Conservation15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5032MModern Industry Practice15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5516MSmart Grid Analysis15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5562MPower Electronics and Drives15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5564MElectric Power Generation by Renewable Sources15Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
ELEC5570MControl Systems Design15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5580MElectric Power Generation and Distribution15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5681MProgramming15Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
ELEC5882MMSc Individual Project601 Oct to 31 AugPFP

Last updated: 07/08/2024 09:34:30

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