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MSc Subsurface Energy Systems

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MSc - Master of Science

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Renewable Energy Resources Energy Engineering

Course Summary

MSc Subsurface Energy Systems equips you with the knowledge and skills to manage geoenergy resources in a holistic, safe, and cost-effective manner. It will appeal to science and engineering graduates or those of you from a different numerate academic background who are interested in the management of subsurface reservoirs used to switch from a fossil fuel-driven economy to a decarbonised one.

You’ll address key concepts in subsurface energy and CO2 storage, geothermal energy or transitional gas while integrating geoscience, engineering, and political and societal aspects into your learning. You’ll consider geoenergy resources, the application of technologies to geoenergy management, and ethics relevant to professional engineering practice. You’ll integrate theory and practice, and learn relevant statistical, scientific, and economical skills.

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Detail the economic context of CCS, renewable and geothermal energy, as well as transitional gas; Provide an understanding of policy making in the context of IPCC, Paris Agreement and national regulations; Provide an overview and basis for discussion about public perception of these new energies and energy concepts; Help understanding the technical, economic, operational and political risks associated with each of the technologies discussed.

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Applicants must have one of the following: Minimum of 2:2 honours degree or equivalent academic qualification in a related subject area. For postgraduate conversion courses, non-related degrees will be considered. Corporate (or chartered) membership of relevant professional institutions will also be considered

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Heriot-Watt University has a 200-year history, and over that time has cultivated an outstanding reputation for its quality of teaching and research. Despite being one of the oldest learning institutions in the UK, it offers a contemporary, research-driven approach to learning that ensures students are always benefiting from the very latest in global knowledge. Heriot-Watt is known for its world-leading programmes and research excellence in...more

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