MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering (part time) at Waterford Institute of Technology
| MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering (part time) at Waterford Institute of Technology | |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Tution Fees | € 11,500 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL | 80 |
| PTE | 55 |
This post-graduate programme has been designed to facilitate professionals practicing in the areas of building design, management and technology. Its’ purpose is to provide expertise in terms of; energy use, environmental performance and sustainability in the design and operation of buildings and their associated facilities and services systems.
The programme will focus on Sustainable and Low energy building design; Building energy performance and analysis; Dynamic thermal simulation; Low and zero carbon heat and power generation technologies; Energy policy and legislation; Energy auditing; Facilities management and Building pathology and investigation.
The knowledge, skills and competencies that participants will gain are relevant to their career development. This programme is developed to meet the Level 9 criteria as set out by the National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI). The treatment of all programme subjects will encourage the development of powers of analysis, of synthesis and of communication.
This will be achieved by building upon both the undergraduate studies and postgraduate experience of participants to develop a broader understanding of low energy building design and management. In addition the selection of a research topic for a dissertation will allow the student to concentrate on one or more of these directions.
The Masters degree requires successful completion of twelve mandatory modules. The student must also complete an applied programme consisting of a Research Dissertation and an Industrial Research seminar series.
Graduates from this programme will be equipped with knowledge and skills to supplement their existing areas of expertise and allow them to progress to a career in the design or management of energy in buildings either in Ireland or abroad.
Typical career opportunities for graduates can be found in fields such as:
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Facilities Management
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Energy Auditing
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Energy Management within a corporate structure
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Energy Management Consultancy
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Construction Industry Design Professional
Waterford Institute of Technology Highlights
| college Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Establishment Year | 1970 |
| Courses by School | Six (Business, Engineering, Health Science, Humanities, Science, Lifelong learning & Education) |
| Application fee | No fees |
| Applications Accepted | Apply online |
| Admission Helpline | Tel: 353 (0)51 302000 |
| Work-Study | Available |
| Mode of Program | Full time/Part-time |
Waterford Institute of Technology Cost of Attendance
The international students have to pay the following expenses while studying at the institute.
Fees
| International UG | Fees |
|---|---|
| Certificate in English for Academic Study (2 semesters) | Euro 6,000 |
| Pre-sessional English Language Programme (4 weeks) | Euro 1,500 |
| Ordinary Bachelor Degree | Euro 10,250 |
| Honors Bachelor Degree | Euro 10,250 |
| International PG | |
| Business | Euro 10,250-11,250 |
| Engineering | Euro 10,500 |
| Science | Euro 10,250-10,500 |
Note: The international tuition fee will be refunded in full, in case the students don’t get their visa but the students need to show documentary evidence of the refusal to the international office.
Cost of Accommodation
The residences fee at WIT is mentioned beneath:
| Room type | Rent (Euro) |
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| City Campus Deluxe Ensuite | 5,820 |
| City Campus Single Ensuite | 4,270 |
| City Campus Single | 4,140 |
| College Campus Single Ensuite | 4,270 |
These apartments are based on the Main Campus and give easy access to all WIT services and facilities to the students. The students need to deposit Euro 300 for booking room which is refundable towards the end of the license period.
| Waterford Institute of Technology Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | € 8,750 |
| Postgraduate | 9,000 |
| Waterford Institute of Technology Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | € 4,625 |
| Campus accommodation | € 2,500 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| Waterford Institute of Technology English score required | |
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| IELTS Undergraduate | 5.5 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 70 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 80 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| Waterford Institute of Technology University Contact Details |
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| Waterford Institute of Technology Address |
| Main Campus Cork Road,Waterford Main Campus Cork Road - |
| Waterford Institute of Technology Email |
| ldunphy@wit.ie |
| Waterford Institute of Technology Phone |
| +353 51 306124 |