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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 Vision, which can be accessed via the internet. Students will study courses and submit assignments through Vision at their own pace, allowing them to study for a recognised degree alongside their professional career.

Upon graduating from the master’s programme, graduates will meet the academic requirements for membership of the Energy Institute.

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.

Semester 1

Mandatory

Foundations of Energy

Optional (choose three)

Entrepreneurship and Creativity
Process Intensification
Electrical Power Systems
Renewable Energy Technologies
Computational Fluid Dynamics with Heat Transfer
Economics of Renewable Energy
Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Semester 2

Mandatory

Technology Future and Business Strategy
Critical Analysis and Research Preparation

Optional (choose two)

Thermodynamics 2
Environmental Impact Assessment
Demand Management and Energy Storage
Energy Systems and Buildings

Summer session (mandatory)

Master’s Dissertation (master’s students only)

Career

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.