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Explore a future in energy

KTH offers over 60 English-taught master's programmes, including a wide range of programmes that will let you shape the future of energy. Through our programmes you can explore electric power generation from various energy sources, including solar, wind and nuclear. You can also gain the skills to manage energy usage and supply and develop power systems and grids for sustainable cities and societies.

Study opportunities with a focus on energy

Master's programmes with two years at KTH 

Application for our two-year master's programmes is open until 15 January. 

Chemical Engineering for Energy and Environment

The programme delivers extensive knowledge in the diverse field of Chemical Engineering with a focus on sustainability. Students acquire modern tools to analyse various processes, from the production of biofuels to the purification of drinking water. Graduates have the engineering skills needed to meet the societal challenge of how best to use our available energy and finite natural resources.

Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure

The programme equips students with interdisciplinary tools to solve future environmental problems and prepares for careers as environmental engineers. You will gain knowledge of the properties and functions of water and ecosystems, learn how to assess the local and global environmental impact of human activities and apply advanced methods and modelling tools to define and solve environmental problems.

Electric Power Engineering

The programme delivers a solid understanding of the electric power engineering domain and skills to contribute to more sustainable energy solutions. It offers excellent flexibility to specialise in electric energy conversion, electrotechnical design, power system control and electricity markets. Graduates find career opportunities at the forefront of advancements in power components and power systems.

Nuclear Energy Engineering

The programme covers all aspects of nuclear engineering, including physics and technology of nuclear reactors, nuclear power safety and radiation protection. You will learn how to design, operate, manage and develop nuclear facilities. Graduates also develop the future of nuclear power engineering with expertise in generation IV reactors and small modular reactors.

Sustainable Energy Engineering

The programme provides advanced education in solar energy, power generation, energy utilisation and transformation of energy systems. Students gain a multidisciplinary foundation in energy engineering and skills to manage complex energy related problems with a lifecycle perspective. Graduates lead the development in the energy sector with skills and insights in industrial challenges, leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Joint master's programmes

Spend one year at KTH and one year at another prominent university. Application procedures and deadlines vary between the programmes.

Decentralized Smart Energy Systems (Joint Erasmus+)

Decentralized smart energy systems play a vital part in the transition towards a low carbon society by integrating renewable energy sources in the energy system. Students acquire skills to design, size, optimize and operate these energy systems. Graduates have a holistic overview of decentralized energy systems, specialized competencies in energy engineering and a strong international network.

Energy for Smart Cities (Joint EIT InnoEnergy)

The programme combines urban planning and energy management. Students gain in-depth engineering skills and innovation management techniques and study at two of the four European universities that offer the programme through EIT InnoEnergy. Graduates play a critical role in shaping a rapidly urbanising world, and contribute to create smarter, more sustainable and resource-efficient communities.

Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (Joint EIT InnoEnergy)

The programme equips students with skills to minimise the environmental impact of current and future energy systems. Students gain a broad knowledge of energy systems and follow a specialisation in, for example, Energy Efficiency, Solar Systems or Offshore Energy. Students also acquire skills in innovation and commerce. Eight universities offer the programme through EIT InnoEnergy.

Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering (Joint Nordic Five Tech)

The programme focuses on energy systems designs with economically and environmentally sustainable technologies. Students are awarded degrees from two leading Nordic universities and explore the unique energy engineering expertise of these universities through a specialisation track. Graduates know practices, policies and technologies to supply energy at the least financial, environmental and social cost.

Nuclear Energy (Joint EIT InnoEnergy)

The programme educates tomorrow's nuclear engineers in how to address the key technical, social and environmental challenges faced by the industry. Going beyond the scope of a traditional nuclear education, the programme helps tomorrow’s engineers understand nuclear power in the context of a diverse energy mix. The programme is offered by seven European universities through EIT InnoEnergy.

Renewable Energy (Joint EIT InnoEnergy)

The programme covers Renewable Energy, a growing area with tremendous opportunities for new technologies, businesses and ideas. Students gain in-depth knowledge of all major renewable technologies and the opportunity to specialise in areas of interest. Students also acquire skills in business and innovation management. The programme is offered by five European universities through EIT InnoEnergy.

Smart Electrical Networks and Systems (Joint EIT InnoEnergy)

The programme covers smart electric grids, a critical component in the creation of a sustainable power supply. Students develop the entrepreneurial and engineering skills needed to understand, design, implement and manage smart grids. Graduates have a unique understanding of the role played by new technologies and new businesses in a changing landscape. Seven universities offer the programme through EIT InnoEnergy.