Opinto-opas

After completion of the M.Sc. programme in Bioenergy Systems, the graduate
• Can analyse, design and select energy conversion processes for different applications, taking technological, economical, environmental and societal aspects into account.
• Can apply and develop mathematical models to solve energy technological problems.
• Is able to investigate and design small-scale bio-energy systems.
• Understands what prerequisites various bio-fuels sets for their utilization (processes and equipment).
• Is able to take part in strategic planning at a national level to increase the use of bio-energy nationally.
• Understands and is able to explain the benefits and drawbacks of different bio-energy generation technologies
• Is able to manage and organize both national and international projects.
• Is able to design energy technology related equipment, plants, processes and systems.
• Can communicate and act in academic and research environments.
• Can work as specialist in energy technology.

Facts

• This is a Master of Science in Technology (M.Sc. Tech.), (Diplomi-insinööri in Finnish) degree
• Higher university degree gives eligibility to apply for scientific doctoral studies
• Extent 120 ECTS credits
• Duration two year, full-time studies of 60 ECTS per academic year.

Degree Structure

The extent of the minor studies is a min. of 20 ECTS cr. The following minors are recommended for the M.Sc. in Bioenergy Systems:
YmDSaResp Environmental Responsibility
EnDMES Modelling of Energy Systems
KeSOD400 Biobased Chemical Engineering (suitable for distance learning).

If the total of specialisation studies exceeds 80 cr., no minor studies are required.

The student must take enough elective studies to reach the total of 120 ECTS cr. required for the Master’s degree.