Renewable Energy and AI

Entrants to this programme normally are required to have attained one of the following:

• a Bachelor’s Degree with honours at upper second standard (2:1) as a minimum in a relevant subject (engineering, computer science, environmental science, or business analytics), or equivalent;

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• a Bachelor’s Degree with honours at lower second standard (2:2) as a minimum in a relevant subject (engineering, computer science, environmental science, or business analytics), or equivalent and be employed in a relevant role;

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• a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject (engineering, computer science, environmental science, or business analytics), or equivalent, plus three years’ experience in a relevant field;

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• a Level 5 qualification as defined by Framework for Higher Education Qualifications for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ) plus 5 years’ relevant experience;

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• a professional qualification plus 5 years’ relevant experience, two of which should be at senior management level.

Applications are assessed in accordance with the University of the Built Environment Admissions and Recognition of Prior Learning (opens new window).

All University of the Built Environment programmes are taught and assessed in English. The applicant will therefore be required to demonstrate adequate proficiency in the language before being admitted to a course:

• GCSE Grade 4 (or c) or above in English Language or English Literature, or an equivalent qualification. For further information on equivalent qualifications please contact: admissions@ube.ac.uk
• Grade 6.0 or above, with at least 6.0 in the reading and writing modules, in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test administered by the British Council.
• 88 or above in the Internet option, 230 or above in the computer-based option or 570 or above in the paper-based option, of the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test.
• Grade 4 (or C) or above in English (Language or Literature) at A/S Level.
• HKDSE (Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education) Grade 3, or HKALE (Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination – Advanced Level & Advanced Supplementary Level) Grade E, or HKCEE (Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination) Grade 3-5 or Grade A-D (Syllabus B only).

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree that has been taught and examined in the English medium can be considered for entry in the absence of the qualifications detailed above if applying for a non-apprenticeship programme.

As this programme is delivered through supported online learning and Virtual Laboratory environments, students are expected to have access to suitable technology to engage fully with interactive content, simulation platforms, and digital collaboration tools.

To participate effectively, students should have:

• Regular access to a reliable computer or laptop capable of running standard office software and web-based virtual lab applications.
• A stable broadband internet connection sufficient for video conferencing, virtual lab participation, and accessing multimedia learning materials.
• A modern web browser (e.g., Chrome, Edge, or Firefox) compatible with the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
• Audio and video functionality (microphone and webcam) for participation in live sessions, presentations, and assessments.

Specialist software used within the virtual laboratories will be cloud-hosted or browser-accessible, ensuring students can engage fully without requiring high-end local hardware or complex installations. The programme primarily uses open-source or widely accessible platforms such as Python (via Spyder or Jupyter environments), which are available globally. Guidance on accessing these platforms and any optional software tools will be provided during induction and at the start of each module.

The programme promotes advanced digital and technical learning through supported online delivery, virtual laboratories, and industry-engaged projects, enabling inclusive access to high-quality postgraduate education worldwide.

Central to the programme’s focus, modules such as REN7ESP, REN7CER, and REN7AID equip students to design, optimise, and manage renewable and low-carbon energy systems, directly advancing the global clean energy transition.

Through modules like REN7STR and REN7ERS, students apply systems thinking, digital twin modelling, and resilience analysis to develop innovative, future-ready energy infrastructures.

The curriculum explores integrated energy planning, electrified transport, and smart city applications, supporting sustainable urban transitions and resilient community infrastructure.

Students examine lifecycle assessment, circular economy principles, and adaptive design strategies to minimise material and energy waste in renewable energy systems.

The programme develops the technical and analytical skills required to mitigate climate change through renewable energy adoption, emissions reduction modelling, and sustainable engineering practice.

The MSc integrates collaboration with industry partners, academic networks, and policy organisations, promoting interdisciplinary and cross-sector partnerships aligned with global sustainability agendas.