MSC in Urban, Energy and Environmental Planning
Aalborg University (AAU)
Duration
2 years
Intake
September
Degree
Master’s
Program Overview
The Master’s Programme in Urban, Energy, and Environmental Planning at Aalborg University is a 24-month full-time on-campus study that focuses on rational and cost-effective planning and policy-making to benefit societies globally and locally through energy technologies and smart policies.
The program addresses the complex interactions between energy demand and supply, democracy, economy, and environmental issues, aiming to train sustainable energy professionals who advocate democratic rationality over market dominance.
Specializations include Sustainable Energy Planning and Management, Cities and Sustainability, Environmental Management and Sustainability Science, and Urban Planning and Management.
Graduates are prepared for careers in utility planning, government administration, energy consultancy, academic research, international institutions, and NGOs. The program offers advanced methods and skills in a problem-based, innovative learning environment to implement sustainable energy solutions.
Key Information
University
Aalborg University (AAU)
Campus
Aalborg
Total Credits
120
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
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Course Structure
1st Semester:
- Theories of Science and Research Designs (course, 5 ECTS)
- A key project course relevant to the specialization (e.g., Sustainable Energy Planning in a Technical and Business Economic Perspective or Corporate Sustainability Management) (15 ECTS)
- Additional courses such as Energy Project Evaluation, Sustainable Urban Planning, Climate Change, or Sustainable Products and Services (5 ECTS each)
2nd Semester:
- The Socio-Technical Context of Planning (course, 5 ECTS)
- A project course focusing on societal or institutional perspectives within the specialization (15 ECTS)
- Supporting courses like Sustainable Energy Policies, Natural Resource Management, or Sustainability Assessment (5 ECTS each)
3rd Semester:
- Options include Professional Development project (30 ECTS), specific study abroad or internship programs, or extended master’s thesis (60 ECTS with 4th semester absorbed)
4th Semester:
- Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS)
Entry Requirement
Academic
Applicants must have successfully completed a relevant and recognized university Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Danish Bachelor's degree in level and length (180 ECTS).
Language
IELTS - 6.5/6
TOEFL - 85/20
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