Study plan for MAMN-ENERG Energy, Master's, 2 years, fall 2023

Name of qualification

Master of Science in Energy

ECTS Credits

Two years of full-time study, where the normal workload for a full-time student is 60 credits for one academic year.

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

Language of Instruction

English, Norwegian if only Norwegian speaking students

Semester

Application deadline is 15 April for studies starting in autumn semester. Applicants with a Norwegian ID-number may apply online in Søknadsweb. For applicants who have not yet received their bachelor diploma, further documentation of the degree including grades may be requested. For more information about admission procedures please read: https://www.uib.no/en/education/49448/masters-degree-application-procedures-nordic-citizens-and-applicants-residing-norway

The programme is only available for applicants who are residing in Norway, applicants with a Norwegian ID and Nordic citizens.

Objectives and content

Aim:

The Master`s programme in Energy, provides the student with a theoretical foundation to understand a wide range of issues related to energy. Specialization within topics related to renewable energy and energy technology is possible.

The programme gives the student capabilities to consider energy supply, conversion and application in a wider environmental and societal perspective.

Content:

The programme contains a few common courses within energy; the remaining courses are selected by the student within topics relevant for the master thesis.

The university's competence within energy related areas as well as external competence is utilized in

supervision of the master thesis as well in lecturing.

The education gives knowledge and skills for active participation within industry, research and development as well as state and local government. The education aims at giving the student a methodical foundation that makes him or her able to adapt to a rapidly changing work market.

Required Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme the candidate should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The candidate

• has in-depth scientifically based knowledge about the pros and cons related to various energy resources, their energy applications.
• has specialized knowledge within one or more topics related to renewable energy or energy technology.
• has a solid knowledge of basic topics as mathematics and physics that makes a foundation for continuous updating and enhancing the knowledge within the energy sector.
• has knowledge about ethical and societal issues related to energy conversion and application.

Skills

The candidate

• can apply state of art methods within the relevant field and is able to familiarize with new methods
• can within the candidate's special field, perform specialized analyses of e.g. resources useful energy, system consequences of renewable energy, life cycle effects and environmental impacts
• can, together with a supervisor, and with a high level of independence, plan and execute a research project
• is able to familiarize with adjacent professional fields and cooperate with specialists within these fields

General competence

The candidate

• can write and present a final project report in accordance with accepted scientific and technological standards.
• can formulate and test hypotheses and make conclusions from own work using references from scientific literature.
• can critically evaluate new ideas within renewable energy as well as contribute to new solutions.
• can critically analyze and reflect upon relevant ethical problems related to energy conversion and application.
• demonstrates understanding and respect for scientific values as openness, precision and reliability
• can convey problems and results to specialists as well as the public

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Masters programme in energy requires a relevant bachelor's degree in mathematics, natural sciences or engineering or equivalent. Furthermore, the subject MAT111 "Calculus I" or mathematics 1+2+3 (optional course in mathematics) or equivalent plus either PHYS113 "Mechanics 2 and Thermodynamics" or KJEM210 "Chemical Thermodynamics" or equivalent must be included.

Applicants can be admitted to one or more of the five topical groups, depending on qualifications:

• Topical group 1) Geophysics:
  The requirement is a bachelor degree within meteorology, oceanography physics or relevant engineering topics (marine or energy). Within this topical group the candidate may have a master thesis within e.g. wind energy, ocean energy, hydropower, global energy challenges, and environmental issues related to renewable energy.
• Topical group 2) Mathematics, physics and informatics:
  The requirement is a bachelor degree within mathematics, physics, geophysics, computational methods or informatics. Within this topical group the candidate may have a master thesis within e.g. ocean energy, geothermal energy and storage, energy analyses and optimization, solar cells, rain cells, battery technology and safety in energy production.
• Topical group 3) Chemistry and environment:
  The requirement is a bachelor degree within chemistry, nano technology or relevant engineering topics (environmental technology and industrial chemistry, energy technology). Within this topical group the candidate may have a master thesis within e.g. bioenergy, solar cells, materials for energy applications and batteries.

Ranking

In cases with more applicants than available capacity, the applicants will be ranked according to the grades and capacity within each of the topical groups.

You must also have:

• Average grade of minimum C (equivalent to Norwegian grade C)
• Proficiency in English

Recommended previous knowledge

Required and recommended courses supporting the various master theses will vary, even within each topical group. Advices will be given at start-up of the first semester

Compulsory units

The master`s programme consists of two components: Coursework and individual research project (master's thesis). The courses ENERGI300 and ENERGI360 are compulsory. The other subjects, chosen subjects, shall be on 200- or 300-level. Subject to approval from supervisor, a maximum of 10 ECTS can be on the 100- level. Chosen subjects shall be selected in consultation with the supervisor to provide a good background for work with the master's thesis.

4. semester: Thesis, Thesis, Thesis

3. semester: Thesis, Thesis, Thesis

2. semester: ENERGI360, Choice, Choice

1. semester: ENERGI300, Choice, Choice

ENERGI399 Master's thesis in Energy comprises 60 credits (the student may, in consultation with the supervisor, choose to write a thesis of 30 credits and expanding the amount of coursework correspondingly). The Master's thesis must be submitted within the deadline 1st of June.

Recommended electives

Information on recommended chosen subjects for the different themes is made available separately.

Sequential Requirements, courses

Start-up will be only in fall, so the order of the subjects will be determined by which are available in fall and spring semesters.

Study period abroad

If you wish to stay abroad during the master study, you may contact the study advisor or your thesis supervisor.

Teaching and learning methods

A combination of teaching and learning methods is used in the various courses, depending on which topic you are taking, including lectures, exercises laboratory with journal, seminar and fieldwork. You may find more information in the course description.

The Master's thesis is an independently scientific work, under supervision of an academic supervisor.

Assessment methods

The assessment methods in the courses are written and oral examination, reports and oral exam. The assessment methods for each course are described in the course description.

The assessment methods for each course are described in the course description.

The final step in the programme is an oral examination. The examination is held when the master's thesis is submitted, evaluated and approved.

Grading scale

At UiB the grades are given in one of two possible grading scales: passed/failed and A to F.

The master's thesis will be graded A to F.

The grading scale for each course is given in the course description.

Diploma and Diploma supplement

The Diploma, in Norwegian, and the Diploma Supplement, in English, will be issued when the degree is completed.

Access to further studies

To be eligible for admission to the Doctoral education (PhD) the candidate must have completed a master's degree.

To qualify for the Doctoral education (PhD) at UiB the average grade for the master's thesis, the Master's degree and the bachelor's degree should be at least C.

In order to get enrolled you have to be granted a fellowship for doctoral training.

Employability

Renewable energy and new energy technologies are in rapid development and will contribute to a significant change in the energy systems. Electrification of the energy services utilizing renewable energy resources, in particular solar and wind energy, give new options for new technology and services to be offered in the market. Energy storage and understanding the energy system becomes important. Basic competence within energy will be required to keep up with the changes. Students will be attractive in business and government sectors as well as for careers in research and academia.

Evaluation

The programme will be evaluated according to the quality assurance system of the University of Bergen.

Programme committee

The programme committee is responsible for the academic content, the structure and the quality of the program

Administrative responsibility

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences through the Geophysical Institute holds the administrative responsiblity for the programme. Please contact the study advisor for the programme in case of questions: energimaster@gfi.uib.no