This double-degree Master's programme offers an advanced, specialised education in energy technology with instruction in English. It is run by Leibniz University Hannover in collaboration with Lappeenranta–Lahti University of Technology (Finland), combining technical depth with an international study environment. The curriculum is designed to respond to the growing need for engineers who can work across national and multinational teams in the energy sector.
Students develop technical expertise across a broad range of renewable energy and electrical power engineering topics while gaining international experience that reflects the sector’s collaborative nature. The programme prepares graduates for roles in industry, research or policy where cross-border cooperation and a solid technical foundation are required. The Master’s thesis for the programme is completed at Leibniz University Hannover.
Curriculum overview
This programme is taught through a mix of lectures, seminars and laboratory sessions. That combination ensures you receive rigorous theoretical instruction, opportunities for discussion and critical analysis in smaller-group seminars, and hands‑on experience in labs to apply concepts to real equipment and experiments.
Key focus areas and learning outcomes
The curriculum is designed to develop both deep conceptual understanding and practical engineering skills. Through the different teaching formats you will strengthen your ability to analyse complex electrical and energy problems, design and evaluate technical solutions, and interpret experimental results. Seminar work will build communication and teamwork abilities, while lab work fosters practical competence with measurement, modelling and test procedures. By the end of the programme you should be able to integrate theoretical knowledge with experimental practice and present technically sound, evidence‑based conclusions.
What to expect (at a glance)
This double-degree Master’s programme welcomes recent graduates with a solid Bachelor-level background in engineering who want to specialise in renewable energy and power systems. Applications are assessed by both partner institutions, and the quality of your motivation letter plays a particularly important role in the selection process. No prior professional experience is required, making the programme suitable for students moving straight from undergraduate studies.
Make sure you submit a valid language certificate with your application and observe the annual application window: the application phase opens each December and the deadline is 15 January.
Winter Semester (International)
15 January 2027
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 January 2027
Graduates are prepared for technical and interdisciplinary roles across the energy sector, including positions in power generation and transmission companies, renewable energy firms, utilities, system integrators, grid operators, energy consultancies and public-sector organisations. The combination of technical depth and understanding of electricity markets and energy policy also supports careers in project development, energy management and regulatory bodies.
The programme also provides a solid foundation for research careers or further academic study (PhD programmes) in energy technology and related fields, particularly for students seeking international collaboration opportunities between Germany and Finland.
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