Industrial Engineering and Renewables MSc

Do you want to play a key role in the transition to green industries?

School of Science and Engineering

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Start date
September 2025
Attendance
Full time / part time
Duration
12 months
Location
Dundee City Campus

Industrial engineering focuses on optimising systems and processes to improve efficiency. It helps save time, money, and resources. In this course, you will apply these skills and innovations to the renewable energy sector.

As part of your degree, you will complete a 12-week industry placement. This provides practical experience and valuable connections.

This course gives you in-demand skills to optimise systems and promote sustainability. Employers in the renewable energy sector highly value these abilities. This course includes: 

  • hands-on experience
  • industry partnerships
  • exposure to the latest green technologies

Increased employability 

We offer full support to boost your career. This includes: 

  • Attending trade or career fairs
  • Taking part in industrial talks
  • Getting help with professional registration
  • Developing personal projects at our Centre for Entrepreneurship 

Dundee is the only university in Scotland partnered with CERN. This gives you access to exclusive research opportunities and placements. 

Passionate teaching 

Our expert lecturers are committed to your success. They teach cutting-edge technologies and show you how to apply them in real-world settings. You will work on projects in areas such as: 

  • Project Management
  • Renewable Resource Modelling & Assessment
  • Renewable Systems, Applications, and Developments
  • Law and Policy of Renewable Energy Sources
  • Energy Technology & International Regulations 

Student community 

At Dundee, you will join a welcoming and supportive community. You will work closely with peers and academics, building lasting connections. Small class sizes ensure you receive personalised attention throughout your studies. 

The MSc in Industrial Engineering and Renewables prepares you for a thriving career in the fast-growing renewable energy sector. It offers excellent job security in a future-focused industry.

Industry placement

During your studies, you will undertake an industry project for at least 12 weeks. You'll gain practical, relevant experience and make valuable contacts in industry. While on placement, you'll have the support and guidance of our academic staff.

Work placements

Completing a work placement is a mandatory requirement to graduate with a Master of Science (MSc). The School will provide support to find and apply for placements. However, it is ultimately your responsibility to secure an appropriate placement.

If a work placement is not secured, you may still be eligible to graduate with an alternative qualification, such as a Postgraduate Diploma, subject to meeting academic requirements.

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