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International Energy Studies and Energy Economics MSc

International Energy Studies and Energy Economics MSc

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Energy Economics (Applied)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Learn about the multiple and complex challenges facing the energy industry, such as decarbonisation, wide scale digitisation, and decentralisation. Technological change and government initiatives in the energy industries are creating new products, markets, and business models. We will prepare you to work confidently in these new environments. You will study the economic principles relevant to the energy sector and gain an understanding of the essential concepts and frameworks central to its operation and expansion, their economic implications, and the basic economic tools for analysing them.

You will learn to analyse, synthesise, and articulate concepts and practices relevant to the energy industry. You will understand the fundamental drivers of various energy markets, such as oil, gas, and electric power. You'll acquire foundational and contextual knowledge and skills in management, through classroom and work-based learning, and coaching from specialist academics or senior industry professionals.

Careers:

Our alumni have gone on to work in areas such as, international or national energy companies, finance, consulting, and government, or non-government organisations.

Modules

The aims of the module are to introduce the economic principles relevant for the energy sector, and to provide an overview of the tools typically used in performing economic analysis on the energy sector. The intended learning outcomes of the module are an understanding of the essential concepts and frameworks central to the operation and expansion of the energy sector, their economic implications, and the basic economic tools for analysing them. The module is designed for an interdisciplinary audience. It is delivered through lectures, computer laboratory work, and virtual direction. It is assessed through class participation, a research paper, and an examination. A familiarity with microeconomics principles or numerical techniques is not required but would be helpful.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£8,765

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£20,900

Entry requirements

An honours degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Geology, Petroleum, or Mining Engineering at lower second class or above. Consideration will also be given to applicants with other academic backgrounds who explain clearly their motivation for undertaking the relevant LLM, outlining any relevant legal work experience.