Overview The programme trains engineers to shape the transformation of energy systems towards a climate-neutral, economical and supply-secure future. Its core technical emphasis is on redesigning the electrical power system to integrate high shares of renewable generation. This technical teaching is complemented by sustainability and digitalisation topics that are essential for smart grids, market design and the operation of future energy systems.
Curriculum and learning experience You will study the design, modelling, control and operation of electrical energy systems with an explicit view to sustainability. The course covers distributed renewable generation, sector coupling across energy carriers, and the related energy market architectures needed to coordinate these technologies. Teaching methods include seminars, tutorials, laboratory work and project groups to build hands‑on skills and teamwork. The programme contains an industry internship to apply theory to real‑world problems, and the final semester is devoted to a full‑time Master’s thesis (six months), allowing an in‑depth research or industry project.
Why this programme is useful for international students All instruction is delivered in English and the student body is international, giving frequent opportunities to work in multicultural teams and to build networks across borders. Graduates leave with a mix of technical, digital and sustainability competencies that are relevant for technical and interdisciplinary roles in industry, research institutions and public organisations involved in the energy transition.
Key programme elements and requirements
Teaching combines traditional lectures with smaller tutorials and hands-on laboratory work. Alongside these classroom elements there are two major practical components: a work internship and an individual Master's thesis, which together form the program’s culminating practical experience. As you advance through the degree, the emphasis gradually shifts from taught content toward independent and practice-oriented work.
You begin with one semester of compulsory classroom courses designed to bring students from varied academic backgrounds to a shared, solid level of knowledge. Elective courses are taken later in the program rather than at the outset; this staged approach gives you time to discover specialist areas and to connect with institute research groups. Those contacts frequently lead to project-group work and the selection of a Master’s thesis topic.
Key modules and expected learning outcomes
Program structure — quick facts
To be considered for this Master's programme you must hold an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Admission decisions are made primarily on the basis of your overall academic record, so your complete transcript and the strength of your prior study will be central to the evaluation.
All academic certificates submitted with your application must be officially certified — for example by a notary, the issuing country's Ministry of Education, a German consulate, or an equivalent authority. If you are offered a place, you will need to present the original certified documents in person when you enrol, so plan to obtain the required certifications well before arrival.
Admission requirements (concise)
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Summer Semester (International)
15 January 2027
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Summer Semester (EU/EEA)
15 January 2027
Graduates are prepared for technical and advisory roles in utilities, transmission and distribution system operators, renewable energy companies, energy consultancies, regulators, and technology providers. The combination of power‑system engineering, digitalisation and market knowledge also suits roles in system integration, grid planning, energy trading platforms, and policy or regulatory bodies.
The practical internship and project‑based coursework enhance employability by providing industry contacts and applied experience; graduates may also continue into research or PhD programmes if they wish to pursue academic careers.
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