Energy Engineering (graduate)

The advanced degree program in energy engineering builds on knowledge gained in an initial bachelor’s program and, where applicable, in professional practice. Students usually focus on a specific area—such as energy systems—although there are master’s programs that cover a broad range of energy engineering topics.

The program culminates in a second, career-qualifying university degree.

Energy engineering can also be pursued in part-time formats and as a dual study program.

Core modules (examples)

• Current topics in energy engineering and energy markets
• Batteries, fuel cells, and PV systems
• Chemical energy conversion
• Energy systems engineering
• Energy engineering in research and practice
• Combined heat, power & cooling (CHPC)
• Simulation and analysis of energy processes
• Heat and mass transfer

Elective modules (examples)

• Alternative and electrified powertrains
• Battery storage system technology
• Digital signal processing and bus systems
• Energy storage
• Fuels and emissions
• Power electronics in energy engineering
• Modeling of technical systems
• Renewables for buildings
• Sensors and sensor systems
• Solar engineering
• Materials for energy engineering
• Wind energy

Practical components

Depending on the university: internships, practice modules or a practical semester (e.g., with a utility company), plus the option of a study abroad term.