MSc Geoenergy (Incorporating PG Dip/PG Cert)

The world’s energy demands must balance the increasing energy needs of an expanding global population with the challenges of transitioning to a net-zero future. The evolving energy sector needs skilled practitioners who are adept at environmentally-sensitive energy generation. Our course prepares you to develop energy solutions and be a driving force for a sustainable mixed-energy economy.

Why study this course?

• You’ll study a programme which is recognised for high professional standards: our MSc is accredited by The Geological Society
• Gain knowledge of the broad GeoEnergy sector
• Achieve an understanding of locating and evaluating subsurface geoenergy sources
• Apply your knowledge of related energy options to prepare for the carbon-neutral transition, such as geothermal energy and carbon capture, utilisation and storage
• Acquire experience in the use of a wide range of industry software in the fields of: seismic interpretation, GIS, petrophysics, gravity & magnetics, reservoir/fluid modelling
• Gain practical skills (such as core logging and wireline log interpretation) that enhance employability
• Learn to communicate effectively to peers, managers and the public in order to disseminate accurate information and thereby enable informed dialogues during the integrated energy transition
• Collaborate on live projects with UK Geoenergy Observatories to put your skills into practice
• Be able to provide solutions which carefully balance providing affordable and sustainable energy with enhancing social, economic, and environmental prosperity
• Study content aligned to the priorities of global initiatives, such as the UK Net Zero strategy, and United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
• Work with our research-active teaching team who have a wealth of experience in renewable energy, climate change, and conventional and unconventional hydrocarbons

Our campus is situated in the heart of England, with easy access to a wealth of world-class geological localities, as well as the British Geological Survey offices and several major geo-technical companies for off-site visits. During the course, you will participate in residential and non-residential field trips to a fabulous range of geological localities spanning much of the geological record.

Whether you want to step up the career ladder, change paths or pursue your passion for a subject you love, you can transform your world with postgraduate study at the University of Derby.

Located in the heart of England, Derby has great transport links with the rest of the UK. This central position means that the city has a long-standing reputation for innovation and industry. We have strong connections with a range of regional employers to support your studies through applied learning, guest lectures and other opportunities.

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