About this programme
Master in Energy Engineering, MSc in Engineering is a Master's Degree programme at Aalborg University in Aalborg, taught in English. It runs for 2 years. The register gives Aalborg as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master (2 years). Aalborg University is a research university in North Denmark.
How it compares
Master in Energy Engineering, MSc in Engineering is one of 19 English-taught Energy & Renewable Engineering programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 2 institutions. 15 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland; this programme lists EUR 7,455 a year. 14 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.
What you will study
Energy Engineering at Aalborg University is a two year master's programme taught in English. You learn to analyse, develop and optimise energy technologies across thermal, electrical and mechatronic systems, and to work with the energy processes behind producing, distributing and using energy.
What you study
The programme covers renewable sources such as wind, solar and biomass, and newer technologies such as Power-to-X, carbon capture and hybrid energy production. You work with advanced simulation tools and mathematical methods to analyse and optimise energy systems. The teaching alternates between theoretical courses, laboratory exercises and problem-based project work, and you have access to a range of laboratories at AAU Energy used for both research and study projects.
You choose between six specialisations, and each has its own semester overview and academic content. Whichever you pick, you and your study group go in depth with topics you are curious about, and project work can be done with companies.
How the programme is organised
You work in groups on real-world problems, for example developing engineering solutions, regulating power systems or integrating fuel cells. Projects are often carried out with companies, so you see how energy technologies are used in practice. In the third semester you can take a company internship (a project-based placement) in Denmark or abroad, or spend a semester at another Danish or international university.
The programme is offered as a two year full-time master's (120 ECTS credits). AAU also expects that from 2028 it can be taken as a three year master's for working professionals, with the first year full-time and the next two years part-time alongside relevant employment.
Who it suits
This suits you if you want to develop and drive technological development within sustainable energy, and if you like working on technical problems in groups rather than only attending lectures. The programme builds a technical profile with specialised knowledge of energy technologies and energy systems, and you learn to develop, simulate and analyse complex systems and design new technical solutions based on real needs. You also gain experience with cross-disciplinary projects and project management.
Admission, language and next steps
The programme is taught in English. The entry requirements and the application procedure are set out on the programme's admission and requirements pages, so check those before you apply, and check what documentation of English proficiency you need to provide. Master's applications go straight to the institution. You can also apply as a guest or exchange student rather than for the full master's.
Student counsellors for the Study Board of Energy can answer questions about programme content, study environment and exam rules, and you can book an online or physical meeting to talk about studying at AAU. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland study free of charge; other students pay a fee that the institution sets.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Development, operation and optimisation of energy systems
- Utility companies
- Industry
- Consulting
- Technical project management
- Innovation and research in public and private organisations
- Power systems and thermal engineering
- Research and development
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to Aalborg University, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Energy Engineering, MSc in Engineering taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at Aalborg University. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study. Confirm the study load in ECTS credits with Aalborg University.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Aalborg as the campus town for this programme at Aalborg University.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. Aalborg University sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland pay EUR 7,455 a year, as Aalborg University lists it. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at Aalborg University is linked from this page so you can compare.