MSc Advanced Electrical Power Systems Engineering

Program Overview

The MSc Advanced Electrical Power Systems Engineering (AEPSE) is a two-year program designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in electrical power systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in power system design, analysis, operation, control, renewable energy integration, smart grid technologies, and research and development.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Advanced Electrical Power Systems Engineering (AEPSE) is a two-year full-time program designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of electrical power systems. The program aims to equip students with the necessary expertise to address the challenges and opportunities presented by the evolving power industry.

Careers:

The program prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in the electrical power industry, including:

• Power system design and analysis: Graduates can work as engineers designing and analyzing power systems for various applications, such as power generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Power system operation and control: Graduates can find roles in power system operation centers, managing and controlling the flow of electricity in real-time.
• Renewable energy integration: With the increasing adoption of renewable energy sources, graduates can specialize in integrating renewable energy technologies into existing power systems.
• Smart grid technologies: Graduates can contribute to the development and implementation of smart grid technologies, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of power systems.
• Research and development: Graduates can pursue research careers in academia or industry, contributing to the advancement of electrical power systems technologies.

Other:

• The program is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy, Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities, Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production, and Goal 13: Climate action.
• The University of Manchester is committed to widening participation in master's study and offers Manchester Masters Bursaries to students from underrepresented groups.

MSc (full-time)UK students (per annum): £14000 year 1, £7000 year 2 International, including EU, students (per annum): £35000 year 1, £17,500 year 2