Sustainable Energy (SE) – Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

Your introduction to the master’s program in Sustainable Energy: You will take the compulsory module Analysis and Complexity of Energy Systems (ACES) with students from all specializations.

In this module, you will deal with the sustainability of energy systems and develop supply strategies and options for integrating renewable energies. 

You will also attend courses in your specialization and choose additional elective modules, such as Electrochemical Energy Technology, Hybrid Power Systems and Energy Management, or Controller Design for Wind Turbines and Wind Farms.

In the second semester, you will complete the compulsory module Sustainable and Just Energy System Solutions (SEnSe), in which you will learn about the fundamentals of a fair energy and climate policy and how this can be implemented.

You will also attend courses related to your specialization and individual elective modules. You will work in groups as well as independently. Your expertise will grow. 

In the third and final semester of the Sustainable Energy program, it’s time to write your master’s thesis. In your research project, which lasts several months, you will combine the knowledge you have gained during your studies with concrete challenges from the real world. Once you have defended your thesis in a colloquium, you will be ready for the working world and the Sustainable Energy alumni network that will welcome you.

As you can start your studies in either the spring or fall semester, the order of your courses may differ from our example.

In addition, each specialization has its own sequence; for example, the Development specialization includes a pre-semester and a field trip. If you are interested in a particular specialization, please refer to the relevant page:

• Transition
• Engineering
• Development

The abbreviation stands for Sustainable Energy (= SE).

With the English-language M. Eng. in Sustainable Energy, you will become an expert in sustainable energy systems. This will open up the international job market to you.

You will study the specialization that interests you the most and thus tailor the master’s program to your needs.

You will be supported by expert lecturers who are always available to answer your questions and help you with any problems.

Projects and close ties to industry will prepare you for management positions in the professional world, and a high salary.

You must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject; for example, engineering, which is related to energy topics, and you must be able to speak English.

Depending on the specialization you choose, subject-specific stays abroad or professional experience may be required.

You can find the exact application requirements on the relevant specialization page:

• Transition
• Engineering
• Development

You must demonstrate adequate English language skills.

German is not required for the application (but there are free language courses at EUF if you want to learn it).

You can find the exact language requirement on the relevant specialization page:

• Transition
• Engineering
• Development

• Only for the Transition and Engineering specializations. In this case, you will receive provisional admission. With provisional admission, you must take so-called bridge courses to further your knowledge and obtain credit points. Learn more about bridge courses (bottom of page) here.
• Provisional admission is not possible for the Development specialization. You must meet all of the requirements in order to apply.

EUF has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars on Studycheck. 93 percent of students would recommend EUF to others.

The SE degree program has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Studycheck – even better than EUF’s overall rating. Students praise the exciting topics, the personal support, and the practical knowledge they gain during the degree program.

All specializations are accredited.

The SE program opens up the international energy sector to you. For example, you can work in energy companies, government agencies, and international organizations.

With the knowledge you gain, you will be able to take on leadership positions, which usually come with a good salary. In the master’s program, you set your own priorities, so that you can focus on what will advance your career.

A strong alumni network will support you in starting your career after graduation.

Your points of contact are the academic advisors for SE and the individual specializations, as well as the International Center, with Patrick Will being responsible for FIT@EUF, a project that supports the integration of international talent into EUF and the job market in Germany. He will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your studies.

EUF is a small university in northern Germany with a green campus and many international students.

There are free language courses, a sports center, a swimming pool, and student organizations (political, environmental, intercultural, religious, etc.). There are often evening events, such as movie and game nights or barbecues.

You can reach several beaches by bus: Flensburg is located on the Flensburg Firth. The Baltic Sea, the North Sea and Denmark are not far away. Hamburg is only two hours away by train.

Not compared to the national average. Take a look at this page from the International Center to see what the cost of living is in Flensburg.

Yes, that is possible – either at one of our partner universities or independently as a free mover. Internships abroad are also an option. It is important that the courses and activities are relevant to the SE program. The EUF’s International Center will be happy to help you with your planning. Read more on our student pages.

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