This master's programme trains students in the fundamentals and cutting-edge developments of battery technology, combining theoretical foundations with hands-on skills so graduates can design, evaluate and implement battery systems. The curriculum draws on electrical and mechanical engineering, physics, materials science, computer science and mathematics to provide a broad, interdisciplinary grounding. Specialised topics include battery electronics and diagnostics, data monitoring and evaluation, and quality assurance—all taught with an eye to real-world application constraints across different sectors.
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of careers: roles in battery production (for example, cell and pack manufacturers), integration of batteries in transport industries (automotive, shipbuilding, rail), and in the planning, operation and commercial management of battery storage systems (for instance, grid operators, energy suppliers and traders). The degree also serves as a direct pathway to doctoral research in areas such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or materials science. A strong practical and research component underpins the programme: students take part in 14-week "Research Labs," practical projects supervised one‑to‑one within the participating institutes and institutions, ensuring close involvement with ongoing research and applied development.
Admissions & prerequisites (typical)
This program is delivered fully digitally, giving you control over which modules you take and how quickly you progress. Lectures and exercises are available online so you can sequence your workload to suit personal or professional commitments. To support flexible planning, there are at least five examination slots each semester, allowing you to schedule assessments at times that fit your study pace.
Key taught and practical components are structured across the four semesters. In the first semester you must complete two foundation courses designed to establish a common level of knowledge across the cohort. Hands‑on research labs (practical courses) run in the second half of the first, second and third semesters, providing repeated opportunities to develop experimental and analytical skills. The second semester also includes a compulsory internship focused on battery testing and a seminar to deepen subject knowledge and presentation skills. The program culminates with a Master’s thesis in the fourth semester. Aside from the compulsory elements, you may select other courses and the specific subject areas of the research labs according to your interests.
Learning outcomes emphasize both practical and research competence. Graduates will gain applied laboratory experience through the repeated research lab modules and the battery‑testing internship, learn to communicate and synthesize results via the seminar, and demonstrate independent research capability in the Master’s thesis. The digital, self‑paced format also fosters skills in study planning, time management and interdisciplinary integration—important for careers in research, industry or technology development related to battery science.
Requirements and core components
This Master's programme requires a relevant first university degree in the natural or engineering sciences and is taught in English. Admission eligibility and language requirements are defined in the programme’s examination regulations and are assessed by the examination board. Because the programme is highly research-focused and requires intensive supervision, student intake is limited (numerus clausus).
Selection is competitive: applicants are ranked using a combination of their Bachelor’s grade and an aptitude assessment. The aptitude assessment is normally the digital Master’s Test (dMAT). For applicants from non‑EU countries, the GRE General Test must be provided instead of the dMAT.
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles in the battery sector, including positions at battery cell and battery pack manufacturers, OEMs (vehicle, ship, railway), and companies managing large-scale battery storage (grid operators, energy suppliers, energy traders). Typical job profiles include R&D engineer, battery test and quality engineer, battery systems integrator, battery management systems (BMS) specialist, and data/diagnostics engineer.
The programme also provides a solid foundation for academic careers and doctoral studies in related fields such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and materials science. The emphasis on practical Research Labs and diagnostics/data evaluation enhances employability in both industry and research institutions focused on advancing battery technologies and system integration.
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