Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy
Murdoch University
About
Renewable energy is a key driver for a sustainable global future, and this course will provide you with the background needed to create a sustainable future for our planet.This course offers advanced training in the area of renewable and sustainable energy systems, sustainable energy policy and development, energy efficiency and carbon management.You’ll learn the advanced interdisciplinary skills required to design, optimise and evaluate the technical, social and economic viability of renewable energy schemes.Gain practical experience and learn from experts from the Murdoch University Energy Research and Innovation Group (MUERI), with the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in an area you’re passionate about.You’ll graduate with a globally recognised multi-disciplinary degree taught by researchers at the forefront of their fields.8 reasons to study a Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering at MurdochMurdoch University has been at the forefront of energy teaching and research since 1975 and offers the most comprehensive program in renewable energy within Australia.
Study on your own terms with flexible full or part-time study.
All units are offered completely online, allowing you to upskill while you are working.
Specialise your degree depending on your area of specialisation and career goals.
This course has been developed in conjunction with industry consultants in the energy and carbon industry, with additional units added to the program in response to industry demands and developments.
Learn from industry and academia experts who have research expertise in renewable energy system design and performance, energy efficient buildings and transport, sustainable energy development, Smart Cities, climate change risk assessments, carbon neutral strategies, energy storage, and biomass technology.
Take advantage of our teaching and research facilities, including our renewable energy outdoor test area for research and development on solar photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power, wind turbines, hybrid systems and micro-grid technology.
Utilise our engineering and energy laboratory with battery room, environmental chamber, PV array simulator, power converter testing room, diesel generator room and electric vehicle charging station.
Our graduates are held in high esteem by government agencies and organisations all over the world.
They have secured jobs with the United Nations, the Red Cross, Western Power, GHD, AECOM, Rio Tinto, GE, and Honeywell among others.Develop your skillsBuild essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals.
Topics you’ll cover include:renewable energy systems design planning sustainable energy projects in developing countries assessing the energy efficiency of buildings developing sustainable energy policy conducting climate change risks assessment and developing management strategies executing a substantial research project in the areas of renewable energy, energy efficiency and climate change management.Your careerGraduating with a Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy will give you skills that are in high demand for a range of careers in areas ranging from renewable energy systems design and project management, through to energy and carbon policy, greenhouse gas accounting and energy management.You could expect to gain employment in the following industries and organisations:power generation renewable energy manufacturing and installation international aid government departments economic regulatory authorities energy efficiency and environmental consultancies carbon accounting energy and environmental consultancies university and private industry research organisations local councils.Professional recognitionSuccessful completion of the unit PEN590 Energy Systems gives you provisional accreditation by the Clean Energy Council for design of stand-alone photovoltaic systems.
Structure
Required Units 24 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| PEN504 | Greenhouse Gas Reporting and Life Cycle Assessment | 3 |
| PEN590 | Energy Systems | 3 |
| PEN591 | Energy Policy | 3 |
| PEN592 | Energy in Society | 3 |
| PEN593 | Energy Economics | 3 |
| PEN594 | Energy Auditing and Management | 3 |
| PEN597 | Climate Change Science and Policy | 3 |
| PEN598 | Carbon Management | 3 |
Group 1 - Project 24 credit points
Required Unit 6 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| PEN628 | Sustainable Energy Development | 6 |
Specified Electives 18 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| ENG225 | Circuits and Systems I | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV556 | Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV617 | Sustainability Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV680 | Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystems and Societies | 3 |
| OR | ||
| MBS684 | Managing Strategic Risk and Projects | 6 |
| OR | ||
| PEN502 | Climate Change Impact Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN503 | Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN623 | Renewable Energy Systems Design | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN634 | Solar Thermal and Biomass Energy | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN637 | Applied Solar Photovoltaics | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN639 | Wind Energy and Hydroelectricity | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN670 | Energy Efficient Buildings | 3 |
OR No credit points
Group 2 - Dissertation 24 credit points
Required Unit 12 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| PEN624 | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Dissertation | 12 |
Specified Electives 12 credit points
| Unit code | Unit name | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| ENG225 | Circuits and Systems I | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV556 | Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV617 | Sustainability Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| ENV680 | Climate Change Adaptation: Ecosystems and Societies | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN502 | Climate Change Impact Assessment | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN503 | Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN623 | Renewable Energy Systems Design | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN634 | Solar Thermal and Biomass Energy | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN637 | Applied Solar Photovoltaics | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN639 | Wind Energy and Hydroelectricity | 3 |
| OR | ||
| PEN670 | Energy Efficient Buildings | 3 |
Entry requirements
Advanced Standing
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
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