Program Overview
The Energy Engineering at University of Illinois at Chicago is a Master programme in Engineering, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Energy Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 3,530 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Energy Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Combined Heat and Power, Design, and Management
- Building Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning
- Industrial Energy Management and Conservation
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Electric Power Generation
- Engineering Project Coordination and Management
- Design of Energy Efficient Buildings
- Sustainable Energy Engineering and Renewable Energy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Baccalaureate Degree and Field: A baccalaureate degree or its equivalent in an engineering discipline, mathematics, computer science, or a natural science, such as physics or chemistry, from an accredited college or university will be required, except in special cases. Generally qualified candidates may be required by the department to remove specific course work deficiencies by completing selected undergraduate courses prior to matriculation or graduation. In most cases, the prerequisites for admission to the degree program would be satisfied by one course in thermodynamics and one in heat transfer, and these are prerequisites for several of the required courses in the degree.
- Grade Point Average: At least 3.00/4.00 for the final 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of undergraduate study and any postbaccalaureate course work.
- Tests Required: GRE General for all applicants with degrees from outside the U.S.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,530 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,530 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Illinois at Chicago directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States
University of Illinois at Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
