Overview This English-taught Master's programme prepares students to address sustainable energy supply within a European framework. It places particular emphasis on developing solutions for safe, affordable and environmentally friendly energy generation—one of the major global challenges of the 21st century—and covers the entire spectrum of energy research, including both conventional and renewable technologies.
Teaching approach and outcomes The curriculum is practice-oriented and closely linked with regional and national energy providers to ensure strong industry relevance. Part of the instruction is delivered by industry professionals, and the programme is designed to equip students with the skills to carry out independent, applied research in power engineering and related areas.
Specialisations and application Students choose one of two specialisations at application time: Electrical Power Engineering (EPE) or Power Generation from Fossil and Renewable Fuels (PGF). You must indicate your chosen specialisation when you apply.
Key points for applicants
For more details and application instructions, see: https://www.b-tu.de/en/powerengineering-ms
This MSc is awarded after successful completion of a structured curriculum that combines advanced coursework, practical training and a research-based Master's thesis. The programme is delivered in partnership with a global network of universities and industrial partners, and includes classroom teaching in the programme’s focus areas, interdisciplinary general studies, hands-on practical work, special seminars, study excursions and an internship component to strengthen applied skills.
The modular structure is explicit and credit-weighted: students complete common/core modules, subject-specific modules, compulsory electives and interdisciplinary modules before undertaking the mandatory internship and the final Master’s thesis. Key module groupings ensure a balance between foundational knowledge and specialised power-engineering topics, while electives allow you to tailor the degree toward particular technical interests. Typical learning outcomes include advanced competence in power-engineering theory and practice, the ability to carry out independent research and design work, interdisciplinary problem-solving, and readiness to work in industry or continue to doctoral studies.
The programme also offers international double-degree pathways with partner universities in China, Poland, Russia and Taiwan. Students enrolled in their first semester may apply for these exchanges; after completing the required semesters at both institutions (a combined 120 ECTS including the Master’s thesis), each university issues a Master’s degree and documents the arrangement as a double-degree in the diploma supplement, certificate and transcript.
Requirements and key facts
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in a field closely related to power engineering and have covered core engineering fundamentals. The program expects a solid grounding in mathematics, physics and basic computing, plus introductory coursework in either electrical or mechanical engineering. Depending on which specialization you apply for, additional subject-specific knowledge is required.
When choosing a specialization, make sure your undergraduate curriculum included the relevant advanced topics listed below — these are assessed to determine preparedness for the chosen track.
Winter Semester (International)
15 May 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 August 2026
Graduates are prepared for technical and research roles across the energy sector, including positions with utilities, power plant operators, transmission and distribution grid companies, renewable-energy developers, and engineering consultancies. The programme’s mix of theoretical and applied training equips students for system design, operation, optimisation and project implementation tasks.
The degree also provides a foundation for research careers or doctoral studies in power engineering and energy systems, and the double-degree options/industry links can enhance international mobility and employability in global energy markets.
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