MSc Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology

What you will study?

This included research in Anaerobic Digestion, Analytical Technology, Bioelectrochemical Systems, Biohydrogen and Biomethane Production, Hydrogen Energy, Hydrogen Vehicles and Refuelling, Biopolymer Production, Modelling and Control, Nano Materials and Wastewater Treatment.

You will study the following taught modules (20 credits each):

Hydro, Tidal, Wave, and Wind.

This module covers mechanical renewable energy technologies. This follows the operating principles of these technologies to demonstrate how methods used for the analysis of one renewable energy technology can be transferred to others effectively.

Solar, Heat, and the Grid

This module discusses the challenges facing our energy systems, the interrelation between power demand, heat demand, and transport. This is a critical issue for the future where increasingly these demand networks will be interlinked through the use of renewable electricity.

Bioprocesses for a Circular Economy

This module covers the evolution of the concept of biorefineries. It moves from disposal of biodegradable waste in landfill, via anaerobic digestion, to bioplastic production, bioH2 and biomethanation as a route for carbon utilisation and resource recovery.

Industrial Resource Recovery

This module investigates thermo/chemical routes for resource recovery and production. It includes content on the production of potable water, as well as pyrolysis, industrial waste gas recovery and upgrading, and incineration.

Hydrogen Energy

This module investigates the potential of hydrogen as a key solution to the energy problems of the 21st century, providing clean and efficient heat and power from a range of indigenous sources