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The MS and PhD programs in Sustainable Energy provide students with extensive knowledge in topics related to sustainable energy, energy-economy interdependencies, urbanization, transportation and manufacturing on energy and overall sustainable development. The programs also look at the implications and drivers of sustainable policy-making on society, the economy, and the environment.
A key component for both degrees is original, guided research in energy science, technologies and policies that support sustainable development.
The multidisciplinary approach to the curricullum allows for engagement in cross-disciplinary science and builds fundamental knowledge that evolves with developments in the energy field, equipping graduates with the tools needed to pursue a wide variety of career paths.
- Skills to build a successful career in science, engineering, technology and developmental studies including ethics, technical writing, research methods, data analytics, and advanced computing methods.
- Fundamentals of energy engineering, sciences and technologies for sustainability.
- Fossil fuel energy use and environmental impact.
- Engineering and scientific development of renewable green energy.
- Energy storage, distribution and consumption efficiency.
- Social and economic aspects of sustainability including, but not limited to, demand side management, efficiency, human capacity building, sustainable financing and policymaking.
Master of Science in Sustainable Energy: A 33-credit full-time program over two years, that includes:
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Three core courses
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Five elective courses (six if undertaking an industrial/appliedthesis project)
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A nine-credit research thesis or
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Two graduate research seminars
The master’s program can be customized to focus on different aspects of sustainable energy such as renewable energy systems, conventional energy systems, energy and mobility, energy and urbanization, and energy and the environment.
Applicants seeking admission to the College of Science and Engineering graduate programs at HBKU should have a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4.0) from a recognized university. Applicants to the master’s programs should have a bachelor’s degree, while applicants to the PhD programs should have a master’s degree. Applicants should check the program they are applying for in order to make sure that they have majored in one of the disciplines mentioned under “required field of study.”
| Program | Required Field of Study | Language Requirements |
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| Master of Science in Sustainable Energy | Engineering and science disciplines preferred. Students from architecture, urban planning. business, economics, policy and social sciences demonstrating strong analytical skills will also be considered. | Applicants are required to submit a valid IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their proficiency in English. Further details about the language proficiency requirement and the process to seek exemption (where this is an option) are available at the following link. |
While the GRE is not required for admission to the master’s programs at the College of Science and Engineering, a strong GRE score will help strengthen the applicant’s admission material.
Applicants with prior research experience are preferred, especially for the PhD programs.
For more information regarding Admission requirements visit the following link
Fees and Financial Information
| Program | Program Tuition Fees | Program Duration |
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| Master of Science in Sustainable Energy | QAR 182,500 |
2 years |