The industry wants such candidates with cooperation skills which the project and group work provide and Energy Engineers are in short supply – Denmark will lack 13,500 engineers in 2025. During the study programme you will have possibilities to work with high tech companies and will become part of an exciting international environment and have the possibility of exciting international stays.
Furthermore, Aalborg University has a flexible incubator environment that supports your creative dream and business idea.
become part of the future team of engineers
Studying Energy Engineering at Aalborg University in Denmark makes you become part of the future team of engineers who work to ensure our environment and our climate through the use of alternative sources of energy which do not pollute, and at the same time optimize energy systems so we save energy.
You can choose between the following Master of Science (MSc) in Energy Engineering specialisations:
- Electrical Power Systems and High Voltage Engineering
- Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology
- Mechatronic Control Engineering
- Power Electronics and Drives
- Thermal Energy and Process Engineering
- Wind Power Systems
All specialisations are founded in research-based teaching, applying the latest technologies. You will work by means of Problem Based Learning solving a real-life problem together with fellow students.
This is a full-time study programme, which is characterised by problem based project work in groups. You will be working closely with other students most of the time, and you are required to be present at the university on a daily basis and spend a vast majority of your day there.
AAU collaborates with external companies, which means that you will have opportunity to do your semester projects in collaboration with these or other external companies and gain some real-life, hands-on experiences while you are studying.
See brochure about the Energy study programmes at AAU (pdf):
The Master of Science programme entitles you to the designation of one of the following titles:
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Thermal Energy and Process Engineering)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technology)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Wind Power Systems)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Power Electronics and Drives)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Electrical Power Systems and High Voltage Engineering)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Energy Engineering with specialisation in Mechatronic Control Engineering)
WHY CHOOSE AALBORG UNIVERSITY?
- Problem based and project oriented work
- Project time covers 50% of the total number of ECTS of the semester
- Multi-disciplinary project work
- Study groups of up to 7 students
- Research based teaching provided by the Department of Energy Technology
- Work with the latest technologies
- Collaboration with researchers and companies
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as a student at aau you encounter …
PROBLEM based learning (PBL)
Aalborg University is famous for its problem based learning where you work in a team on a large written assignment often collaborating with an industrial partner. This study method is also called “The Aalborg Model for Problem Based Learning”. The method is highly recognised internationally, and the university is host to a successful UNESCO chair in Problem Based Learning in Engineering Education and a Centre for PBL and Sustainability approved by UNESCO.
The problem based project work at Aalborg University gives you a unique opportunity to acquire new knowledge and competences at a high academic level in an independent manner. You get to apply theory to practice when you work to solve real-life problems, and you will be well prepared for your future career. Learn more about PBL.
TEAMWORK
When doing project work, you work closely in groups with other students. This gives you the opportunity to cooperate, share knowledge and to explore larger and more complex academic problems than what you would have been able to do on your own. Furthermore, the groups serve a social purpose and make it easier for you to get to know your fellow students and feel more at home at the university. Learn more about teamwork at AAU.
COLLABORATION WITH THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Aalborg University works closely with the business community. This means that as a student you will work with real issues from companies and organisations. Thus, while you are studying, you already have the opportunity to enhance your academic competences with a business-oriented and practical angle.
YOUR TEACHER DOES RESEARCH
At Aalborg University teaching is research based. This means that your lecturers are doing research within the same academic field as he or she is teaching. You thus have access to the latest knowledge and dedicated teachers who are passionate about what they teach. The teaching material not only includes books but may also consist of, for example, current academic articles from journals.
WORLD-CLASS LABORATORIES
The laboratories at Aalborg University are of the highest standard, and they play an important role in teaching. You will work under the best laboratory conditions with access to the latest technology, which is vital for your benefiting from the teaching.
studying in aalborg
As a university city Aalborg has many advantages. The city is Denmark's fourth largest, and a good 20 percent of the municipality's inhabitants are students. The city has much to offer when it comes to culture, sports and leisure, but at the same time, has a manageable size and safe environment. Compared to other major university cities, it is easy to find good student accommodations in Aalborg. Learn more about student life in Aalborg.
RATED FOR EXELLENCE
Aalborg University is rated for excellence in the QS-ranking system. Aalborg University has received five stars certifying the world-class position of the university based on cutting-edge facilities and internationally renowned research and teaching faculty.
Within Engineering and Technology, Aalborg University ranked as number 76 in 2015/2016.
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