Master’s Programme Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems

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Programme Code : UE 066 503 – Master’s Programme Electrical power engineering and sustainable energy systems

Duration of Programme : 4 semesters

Credits : 120 ECTS

Language : German and English

Degree : Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.)\ Master of Science (MSc)

Curriculum : Curriculum

Transitional provisions : Transitional provisions Master's Ürogramme Energy and Automation Technology to Master's Programme Automation and Robotic Systems & Master's Programme Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy System

Course content and qualification profile

The Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems provides a specialised education that is of a high quality in scientific and methodological terms and geared towards lasting knowledge, following which graduates will be prepared and able to compete internationally either for a higher qualification such as a relevant Doctoral Programme, or for employment in industry or management.

The high-quality training within the Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems forms a broad basis for a relevant career without a lengthy period of training as well as for long-term continuing professional development, which could, for example, lead to one of the following professional profiles:

• Management and independent collaboration in project planning and the development of individual components to complete solutions for electrical energy systems
• Analysis and modelling of the transformation to a sustainable carbon-neutral energy system
• Development and application of technologies for renewable energy conversion and its integration into sustainable and digital energy systems taking account of technical, economic and environmental factors
• Autonomous high-value activities in the field of conceptual design, planning and implementation of systems for energy conversion and power transmission and distribution
• Development, optimisation and application of electrical machines and power electronics in electrical power systems
• Development, project planning and application of electrical drive systems
• Autonomous activities in the field of smart grids and power grids of the future
• Consultancy and analysis in all matters relating to energy efficiency, energy ecology and the climate
• Independent method-orientated scientific research activities at universities, research centres and in industry
• Collaboration in interdisciplinary project and development teams

While studying for the Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems, students acquire an in-depth understanding of technical and scientific contexts within electrical power engineering based on the current state of science and technology. In particular, students are trained in comprehensive problem-solving skills and the requirement for holistic "systematic thinking" for surveying complex interrelationships. Students can acquire in-depth methodological skills and expertise in the areas of sustainable energy provision, smart power transmission and distribution, efficient energy use, the energy industry, electrical drive technology, electric machinery and power electronics. As graduates of this Master's Programme, students are themselves masters of scientific principles and methods, which provide them not only with a sound basis for their future careers, but also for the pursuit of a higher qualification within the context of a specialist Doctoral Programme.

Recommended semesters for courses

In principle, students can choose the sequence of courses. However, as the content of individual lectures, practical sessions and laboratory work is co-ordinated, there is a recommended sequence for completing the courses over the four semesters of the programme.

You will also find the semester recommendation for commencing regular studies in the winter semester and for students who commence their studies in the summer semester detailed in TISS in RegulationsAppendix C and D.

Further information about the programme

Entry requirements

Entry to the Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems is open to students with a relevant Bachelor's Degree or who hold another relevant qualification awarded by at least the same level of higher education institution recognised nationally or internationally. Relevant qualifications include the Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering awarded by TU Wien and the Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering awarded by TU Graz.

To compensate for any key technical variations, students are required to follow alternative or additional courses and pass examinations up to a maximum of 30 ECTS credits during the course of their Master's Programme.

People for whom German is not their first language must provide evidence of their knowledge of the German language as required by § 63 para. 1 clause 3 of the Austrian Universities Act.

Proficiency in German at Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is recommended for successful progress in the course.

Individual courses may be taught in English, and there may be documentation available in the English language. Proficiency in English at Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is therefore recommended.

Study conditions

The Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems features teaching in small group sizes and thus a high degree of supervision. As well as a sound education in scientific methods, particular focus is placed on the application of knowledge acquired in laboratory environments. You are therefore able to apply your knowledge to practical tasks and problems relevant to industry. The Master's Programme also offers the opportunity to research issues from current scientific research projects and industrial co-operations with the relevant institutes.

TU Wien and its academics are well connected worldwide. This gives you the opportunity to complete part of your programme of study abroad (e.g. by studying for a semester abroad under the Erasmus scheme). Further details can be found under the heading "Studying abroad" ETIT student services.

Career prospects

While studying for the Master's Programme in Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems, students acquire an in-depth understanding of technical and scientific contexts within electrical power engineering based on the current state of science and technology. In particular, students are trained in comprehensive problem-solving skills and the requirement for holistic "systematic thinking" for surveying complex interrelationships. Students can acquire in-depth methodological skills and expertise in the areas of sustainable energy provision, smart power transmission and distribution, efficient energy use, the energy industry, electrical drive technology, electric machines and power electronics. As graduates of this Master's Programme, students are themselves masters of scientific principles and methods, which provide them not only with a sound basis for their future careers, but also for the pursuit of a higher qualification within the context of a specialist Doctoral Programme.

Locations and Institutes

E370 - Institute of Energy Systems and Electrical Drives (Gußhausstraße 25, 1040 Vienna)