Program Overview
The Thermal Energy and Process Engineering at Aalborg University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, 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 Thermal Energy and Process Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Thermal Energy and Process 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
- [\'Document the project work by a paper, a poster and a presentation at an internal conference (CES) together with an appendix report, all in English.\', \'Document the project by a project report written in English.\', \'Numerical investigation of 2-dimensional flow\', \'Aerodynamic design of AAU Eco-Marathon Racer\', \'Cooling of electrical components\', \'Transient studies of a boundary layer\', \'Simulation of a domestic refrigerator\', \'Characterisation and design of fuel cell system for a Shell Eco-Marathon vehicle\', \'Modelling of a fuel cell system for domestic combined heat and power plant (CHP)\', \'Theoretical and experimental investigation of thermoelectric power generation devices and their applications\', \'Optimisation of a bio-fuel production process plant\', "Modelling Nordjyllandsv\xc3\xa6rket - the world\'s most efficient power plant", \'Design of ejector for fuel cell anode and cathode gases recirculation\', \'Modelling of solid oxide fuel cell\', \'Neural network and Fuzzy logic\', \'System identification and diagnosis\', \'Simulation of wind profiles in complex terrain using computational fluid dynamics and laser-based experimental techniques\', \'Design optimisation of a vortex pump\', \'Design and analysis of a micro-heat management system for power electronics cooling\', \'Innovative methods for designing efficient concentrated solar power (CSP) systems for steam, electricity or desalination\', \'Aerodynamic optimisation of vertical axis wind turbine rotors for urban sites\', \'Microchannel heat transfer analysis using CFD and laser techniques\', \'CFD analysis of plasma-aided combustion device for fuel flexibility\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the MSc programme in Thermal Energy and Process Engineering presupposes a BSc degree in Thermal Energy Engineering, Combustion Technology, or similar.
Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.
Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University are:
- IELTS (academic test): 6.5
- TOEFL (paper-based): 560
- TOEFL (internet-based): 88
- Cambridge First Certificate with the grade B
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University 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 Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months