Master's Programme in Renewable Energy

The program has three specialisations: Renewable Energy (General Specialisation), Battery Technology, and Offshore Wind. The study programme is not open for non-EU/non-EEA applicants. The race is on for finding the best energy solutions. With a master’s degree you are in a better position for meeting the new requirements for change and competence on the job market. The energy sector is facing large challenges and investment needs. You can be part of realizing the vision of an energy neutral Europe. Our study programme is internationally oriented and students can participate on ongoing research projects. The program has three specialisations: Renewable Energy - General Specialisation, Battery Technology, and Offshore Wind. What will you learn? The competitive edge of this programme is the wide range of topics combined with your opportunities for specialisation. The master’s programme gives you a broad introduction to the most important forms of renewable energy on a global basis. You will learn to: Evaluate, develop, deploy and control new fossil free technology both in existing and new energy systems and applications Design, model and simulate electrical and electromechanical components and systems, especially motors and motor drives for various applications within production, automation and offshore equipment Do project work in groups, solve advanced research problems and the use of English as a working language Read more at battery-coast.uia.no/

Living costsNOK 13,600 a month in Kristiansand, rent included

kr 163,200

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 10.312 NOK, 1.1172 USD)

Who can apply to this programme.

• The admission requirement is a completed and passed three-year bachelor's degree in engineering, within the areas renewable energy, electronics and electrical engineering, mechatronics or mechanical engineering, in line with the National Curriculum Regulations for Engineering Education in Norway. Furthermore, the following requirements are set, which in part go beyond the minimum requirements in the national curriculum regulations: At least 25 credits in relevant mathematics At least 5 credits in statistics At least 7.5 credits in physics The weighted average grade of C or better is required. Admission takes place in accordance with regulations on admission to studies and courses at the University of Agder. Application period EU/EEA applicants: From 1 February till 1 March. Nordic citizens and applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway: From 1 February till 15 April. This programme is open for applicants from EU/EEA only.

Taught in English.

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