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Full time | The University of Edinburgh | 1 year | 09-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

09-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Renewable Energy Resources

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

The MSc GeoEnergy enables you to pursue a geosciences-related career in the rapidly evolving energy sector, as it transitions from fossil fuels to a low carbon future.

The programme uses subsurface geological knowledge to open a diverse range of career paths in lower-carbon energy technologies, the disposal of energy-related wastes and the evolving hydrocarbon industry.

You will learn about various ways to reduce CO2 emissions from the energy sector to help meet net-zero targets to tackle climate change. For example, you will learn about methods such as carbon capture and storage along with energy storage technologies that complement renewable energy provision.

We have specifically designed this MSc to explore a wide range of energy topics, giving you opportunities for a varied career path.

What is Geoenergy?

Geoenergy encompasses the entire range of energy technologies and sources that interact with the geological subsurface.

This includes both established energy technologies such as hydrocarbons, through to developing areas such as the production of geothermal energy and the storage of radioactive waste.

These technologies require either injection, extraction or interaction with fluids from the subsurface which are subject to fundamental geological controls.

Understanding these controls is essential for responsible and safe utilisation of these energy-related technologies for a low carbon future.

Career opportunities

Modules

Preparation for the dissertation project, including writing a project proposal in the style of an application for research funding. Incorporates a field excursion to the world-renown Scottish Highlands, to study analogues of rocks utilised by GeoEnergy technologies which will bring together the variety of topics taught on the MSc.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£16,100

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£34,000

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a science or engineering subject. We will also take any relevant professional experience into account.