Energy and Environmental Sciences
Do you want to understand the causes of global environmental challenges such as climate change? Explore scientific solutions for a more sustainable future? And discover how energy and sustainability issues differ across countries and regions? The Master's in Energy and Environmental Sciences (EES) at the University of Groningen prepares you to tackle these complex questions from a holistic perspective, integrating natural and social sciences.
What to expect from the Master's programme EES
✔ Study in an international, interdisciplinary environment with students from diverse scientific backgrounds, who share a strong commitment to a better future of the planet and society.
✔ Build a solid foundation in energy, sustainability, and environmental sciences, combining experimental and non-experimental fields, with room for specialisation.
✔ Conduct research with experts at the Energy and Sustainability Research Institute Groningen (ESRIG) during your internal Master's project.
✔ Excellent career prospects in research, energy companies, consultancy, NGOs and government to pursue in your second external Master's project.
In this two-year Master’s programme, you will gain broad knowledge of energy and environmental challenges, while specialising in topics such as energy conversion, circular economy or sustainability transitions, atmospheric composition and climate, combining laboratory and desk research. You’ll work closely with students and staff from a wide range of scientific disciplines and nationalities, preparing you to collaborate in international and interdisciplinary teams. You will conduct two Master’s research projects, the first within one of ESRIG’s research groups and the second can be pursued through an industry internship, giving you valuable experience for your future career.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
University Bachelor's degree in (Applied) Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management, Biology or another degree in the natural sciences or related engineering studies, such as mechanical engineering and electrical engineering.
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Job prospects
Energy and Environmental Sciences graduates from the University of Groningen are renowned for their in-depth systems approach and/or specialized experimental skills. Within months of graduation, almost all graduates (more than 90%) obtain suitable jobs in:
- Research (institutes or universities)
- Industry
- Consultancy
- Government
