Master in Electrical Power Engineering MSc Ft

Tuition costs 21,500 GBP per year.

Empowering Future Engineers in Sustainable Energy

The Electrical Power Engineering MSc at Northumbria University is designed for students passionate about the electrical power and renewable energy sectors. This programme provides a comprehensive understanding of power electronics, electric drive systems, smart grids, wind power, and photovoltaic systems.

Why Study at Northumbria?

• Ranked 3rd in the UK for Student Experience and Top 10 for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2026).
• Excellent hands-on facilities, including specialist electrical and electronics laboratories, and the New and Renewable Energy Laboratory.
• Research-led curriculum taught by experts from the Northumbria Photovoltaics Application Centre (NPAC) and the Power and Wind Energy Research (PaWER) group.
• Develops essential professional skills such as project management, cost analysis, and multidisciplinary problem-solving.

Graduates are well-positioned for careers in designing, developing, and maintaining power systems or continuing onto PhD studies. The course has a strong reputation for producing graduates capable of creating sustainable electrical power solutions.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.