Postgratuate

Level 9
MSc in Sustainable
Energy Engineering
Full Time
The programme is delivered in 2-day
blocks with 8 blocks per semester.
Each block is delivered in day-time
Thursday and Friday.

Part Time
The programme is delivered in 2-day
blocks with 4 blocks per semester.
Part time students will typically need
to attend 16 days per year. Each block
is delivered in day-time Thursday and
Friday.

Acredited by
Engineers Ireland
for
Chartered
Status

The MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering has been designed to facilitate profes-
sionals practicing in the areas of Building Design, Management and Technology.
Its’ purpose is to develop expertise in Dynamic Thermal Modelling, Building Energy
and Environmental Performance, Low energy Design and Operation and Operation
of Buildings and their Associated Facilities and Services Systems. The MSc in Sus-
tainable Energy Engineering is delivered in a flexible block delivery mode which is
designed to facilitate Continuing Professional Development while also working. It is
accredited by Engineers Ireland for Chartered Status.

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 MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering
Programme Outline
The MSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering requires successful completion of twelve mandatory
modules. The student must also complete a Research Dissertation.

Programme Structure
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
Low Energy Building Systems Design Sustainability & The Environment Dissertation
Energy Modelling for NZEB Design Energy Modelling for HVAC Systems & Controls
Mechanical Services Systems Energy Auditing Dissertation
Statistics for Engineers Electrical Systems & Energy Monitoring
Research Methodology Electrical Generation Technology
Professional Development & Effectiveness Building Performance and Analysis

Career Opportunities Programme Delivery

Graduates of this programme can be found in
fields such as: Dynamic Thermal Modelling, Me-
chanical & Electrical Services Consultancy, Local
Authority Energy Agencies, Academic Research,
Energy Supply Companies, Energy Consultancy,
BIM, LEED and BREEAM Accredited Professionals
and Energy Management Consultancy
This programme is delivered through a blend of
methods (lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials
and projects. Students will also use the Institute’s
Learning Management System ‘Moodle’ and en-
gage in online interaction. The teaching of some
modules will be supplemented by problem-based
material that will enable a more flexible and be-
spoke teaching and learning experience.

Student Testimonial Full Time

Alexandra Hamilton,
Senior Engineer at
Carlow Kilkenny Energy Agency
‘I would not have been able to get where I am to-
day without this Master’s degree or the excellent
knowledge and understanding of the sustainable
energy sector in Ireland that I gained from WIT.
t helped me change course and pursue a career
which I am passionate about and love doing.’
The programme is delivered in 2-day blocks with
8 blocks per semester. Each block is delivered in
day-time Thursday and Friday.
Part Time
The programme is delivered in 2-day blocks with 4
blocks per semester. Part time students will typi-
cally need to attend 16 days per year. Each block is
delivered in day-time Thursday and Friday.

Entry Details Applications

· Applicants for the MSc in Sustainable Energy Engi- Applications for this programme are made online by
neering should hold a NFQ Level 8 Honours degree in going to www.pac.ie (code WD554 FT and WD556 PT)
Engineering, Science or cognate discipline.
· Applicants who do not hold the standard qualifying Contacts
NFQ Level 8 qualification criteria, but have relevant Academic queries contact
industrial experience may be considered for admis- Mr. Mervin Doyle
sion to the programme under the Institute’s Recogni- Programme Leader
tion of Prior Learning (RPL) process and subject to an E: mdoyle@wit.ie
interview.
· Applicants whose primary language is not English
must submit evidence of competency in English.
Admissions queries contact
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