Renewable Energy Systems (RES)

The Master's programme in Renewable Energy Systems (RES) aims at providing graduates with the skills required to successfully plan, develop, and control energy systems. Graduates will be familiar with renewable energy technologies and able to expand their professional knowledge. The main focus is not on single technologies but on the interrelation between these technologies and the structure of the demand side. Graduates should be able to work in an international working environment, dealing successfully with intercultural challenges.

Academic requirements

Deadline: Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from outside of Germany must first apply via uni-assist from as soon as possible until 15 June for the following winter semester the latest. If you acquired your Bachelor's degree outside of Germany, uni-assist has to verify your eligibility to study in Germany and to convert your grades to the German grade system. You will have to submit all required documents to uni-assist online. The process takes four to six weeks. PRIMUSS – THI application portal: from 2 May until 15 July for the following winter semester You will have to apply online at the PRIMUSS university application portal. In case of admission, you will have to send all required documents by post later on. Please check the THI website to get up-to-date information regarding the application periods.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Applicants applying for an English-language Master's programme must provide proof of sufficient English language skills at level B2. Proof of having passed the examination must be submitted by the time of enrolment at the latest. A list of all accepted certificates can be found here: https://www.thi.de/en/university/university-profile/university-management/legal-department/general-statutes/ A proof of English as a native language or a Bachelor's degree obtained with courses completely held in English is considered as equivalent proof.

Accepted bachelor fields

energy engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering or equivalent

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

1,200 EUR

Semester contribution

All students will have to pay a student union fee of 72 EUR per semester.

ECTS credits

90

Funding info

Tuition: 1,200 EUR Semester contribution: All students will have to pay a student union fee of 72 EUR per semester.

Excellent prospects in the booming renewable energy sector, with roles in project development, engineering, and consultancy at energy companies, utilities, and specialized engineering firms.

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