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MSc Sustainable Geoenergy
Heriot-Watt University — Edinburgh, United Kingdom
MSc Sustainable Geoenergy is a postgraduate Earth Sciences course at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £30,856 per year and starts in September.
Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Earth Sciences · £30,856 per year
Intakes: September
This programme prepares graduates to manage geoenergy resources including subsurface energy, CO2 storage and geothermal energy. It integrates geoscience, engineering and societal perspectives while building technical and managerial abilities. It is career-focused, preparing graduates for roles in academia, industry and government working on the transition to decarbonised energy systems. Entry requirements (from the course page): Minimum 2:2 honours degree in engineering, physical science or earth science (e.g. Chemistry, Geology, Maths, Physics, Computing, Environmental, Geophysics, Hydrology); Good basic mathematical capability ideally; International qualifications accepted; country-specific requirements apply. English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or accepted equivalent). International full-time tuition fee: £30,856 per year (September 2027 intake, full-time).
Modules
- Geomechanics
- Fluid Mechanics, Reactive Transport and Heat Flow
- Reservoir Characterisation
- Reservoir Geophysics and Monitoring
- Applied Data Science and Machine Learning
- Geothermal Energy
- Subsurface Gas Storage
- Environmental Risk, Policy and Economics of Geoenergy Applications
- Individual Project
- Integrated Group Project
Careers
- Oil and gas sector
- Geothermal industry
- Energy sector
- Government agencies
- NGOs
- Academia
Frequently asked questions
How long is MSc Sustainable Geoenergy at Heriot-Watt University?
MSc Sustainable Geoenergy takes 1 year (Full-time).
How much does MSc Sustainable Geoenergy at Heriot-Watt University cost?
The listed tuition fee is £30,856 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does MSc Sustainable Geoenergy start?
Intakes: September.
What level is MSc Sustainable Geoenergy?
It is a postgraduate course in Earth Sciences.
What will I study on MSc Sustainable Geoenergy?
Modules include Geomechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Reactive Transport and Heat Flow, Reservoir Characterisation, Reservoir Geophysics and Monitoring, Applied Data Science and Machine Learning and Geothermal Energy.
What careers can MSc Sustainable Geoenergy lead to?
Typical roles include Oil and gas sector, Geothermal industry, Energy sector, Government agencies, NGOs and Academia.