Description
In this MSc module “Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy Technologies” you will study current state of innovations in energy science while meeting demands for critical materials and manufacturing requirements, as well as current research advancements based on global sustainability needs. You will learn the impact, role and present need for sustainable transformations in the life cycle phases of modern power generation, heating, transportation as well as scavenging waste energy for varied purposes, with implications for addressing social, environmental and other impacts. After this interdisciplinary module you should develop a broad knowledge with critical awareness of emerging power conversion systems, contrasting traditional fossil fuels with renewable energy sources including bioenergy, nuclear, wind, solar, hydroelectric, wave, geothermal and thermoelectric technologies. You will develop a wide range of different abilities and skills, suitably preparing for employment in related areas of energy industry or further studying at doctoral level.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.