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Master of Renewable Energy

Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia

About this program

QUT's Master of Renewable Energy is an 18-month degree in the Faculty of Engineering, taught at the Brisbane campuses. It covers solar, wind and storage technologies, grid integration and energy systems for the shift away from fossil fuels, and domestic full-time students are offered Commonwealth Supported Places. Graduates work as electrical and energy engineers, energy analysts, consultants and policy officers.

Fees & duration

Duration1.5 yr
Tuition (international)A$51,500
Application feeA$55

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (L6 R6 W6 S6)
PTE58 overall (L50 R50 W50 S50)

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Course structure

Study plan in 3 parts

  • Year 1
  • Semester 1: Research Methods for Engineers
  • Data Analytics and Optimisation
  • Asset Management and Maintenance
  • Year 1
  • Semester 2: Project 1
  • Production of Renewable Energy and Fuels
  • Operation and Maintenance of Renewable Energy Systems
  • Sustainable Fuels
  • Year 2
  • Semester 1: Project 2
  • Industry Project
  • Design of Renewable Energy Production Systems
  • Energy Policy and Financing
  • Renewable Energy Project Feasibility Analysis

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Electrical EngineerANZSCO 233311

MLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.

Assessed by Engineers Australia

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

Renewable Power major: a recognised completed four-year full-time engineering degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale), or a three-year full-time engineering degree plus at least 2 years full-time professional experience in electrical power engineering. Renewable Energy Systems major has its own separate engineering-degree entry pathway.

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