Program Overview
The Electrical Power Engineering at The University of Edinburgh is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 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 Electrical Power Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Electrical Power 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
- Power Electronics, Machines & Systems
- Power Engineering Research Techniques
- Energy & Environmental Economics
- Technologies for Sustainable Energy
- Power Conversion and Control
- Power Systems Engineering & Economics
- Distributed Energy Resources and Smart Grids
- Electrical Power Engineering Dissertation The above courses correspond to 120 credits of taught material, plus 60 credits of a research project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A UK 2:1 degree, or international equivalent, in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering.
- Other closely related backgrounds may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 23,700 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh 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 The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh (Universitas Academica Edinburgensis) is a historic and globally respected public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, founded in 1583, making it one of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 1 May 2026
- Start Date 2017-09-18
- Language English
- Duration 12 months