Sustainable Electrical Power Systems Engineering (Online)

Entry requirements

We require at least an Upper Second (2.1) class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent, in electrical and electronic engineering disciplines from a reputable institution.

When assessing your application, we take into account your grade average with particular emphasis on relevant course units with marks at 2.1 level.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our IET-accredited Sustainable Electrical Power Systems Engineering online course is designed for engineers working in the electricity sector. It provides a deep understanding of sustainable electrical power systems, backed by hands-on experience with cutting-edge simulation tools.

You'll collaborate with fellow engineers from diverse backgrounds, sparking innovation and expanding your professional network.

The course is delivered 100% online and can be completed in 12-30 months part-time, depending on the qualification level.

Course unit overview

1. Introduction to Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems

This unit provides a foundational understanding of electrical energy systems, including their structure, components, and basic analytical techniques.

2. Analysis of Electrical Power and Energy Conversion Systems

This unit focuses on the analysis and control of large power systems and power electronic systems, including the study of faults and their impact.

3. Power System Plant, Asset Management and Condition Monitoring

This unit explores the design, operation, and maintenance of power system plant components, as well as asset management and condition monitoring techniques.

4. Power System Operation and Economics

This unit covers the economic aspects of power system operation, including electricity markets, power system security, and investment decisions.

5. Smart Grids and Sustainable Electricity Systems

This unit delves into the concepts of smart grids and sustainable electricity systems, including distributed low-carbon technologies.

6. Power System Dynamics and Quality of Supply

This unit examines the dynamic behaviour of power systems and the factors affecting the quality of supply, such as reliability and voltage stability.

7. Power System Protection

This unit covers the principles and design of protection systems for power systems, including conventional and advanced protection schemes.

8. Business Cases for Sustainable Innovations

This unit focuses on the development of business cases for sustainable innovations, including project planning, ethics, intellectual property, and report writing.

Project

This unit involves undertaking a significant research project, supervised by an academic, to address a specific problem or challenge in the field of sustainable electrical energy systems.

Benefits to your career

• Join hundreds of successful graduates over the past 30 years and add this prestigious MSc to your CV.
• Gain the knowledge and skills to take the next steps in your electrical power systems engineering career.
• Go on to develop your career at a top employer, such as electric utility providers, equipment manufacturers, specialised software houses, universities and consultancy companies.
• Attending an accredited course is the foundation for achieving professional registration (ICTTech, IEng, EngTech or CEng status).
• Accredited courses are looked upon favourably by employers and can improve your career prospects.

Fees and funding

Please view the course overview page on The University of Manchester website for more details of fees, plus any scholarships and bursaries applicable for this course.