University: Dalarna University
Country: Sweden, Borlänge (near Stockholm)
Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
Language: English
Full Time or Part Time: Full-Time
Tuition Fees: 270,000 SEK (Total for non-EU/EEA students)
Ideal Students: Graduates with a bachelor’s in engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, energy) or physics
Entry Requirements: Bachelor’s in relevant field, proficiency in English (e.g., IELTS 6.5)
Program Structure: Core subjects include photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, solar project management, energy storage, and economics of solar energy. The second year includes opportunities for internships and thesis projects.
Study Format: On-campus (Borlänge, Sweden)
Program Outcome: Master of Science in Solar Energy Engineering
Career Opportunities: Solar equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, energy utilities, government/non-government organizations, and research opportunities.
This program offers students a comprehensive education in solar energy technologies and prepares them for careers in the growing renewable energy sector.
The Master Programme in Solar Energy Engineering at Dalarna University in Sweden offers an in-depth education in renewable energy, with a focus on solar technologies. This two-year, full-time program (120 ECTS) is taught in English and designed for students with a background in engineering or physics. It covers subjects such as photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, energy storage, and solar project management, and includes opportunities for internships and thesis projects. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in the growing solar energy sector, including roles in research, industry, and policy-making.
The program is primarily delivered on-campus in Borlänge, Sweden, offering a balance between theoretical and practical learning, making it ideal for those looking to drive innovation in sustainable energy. Tuition for non-EU/EEA students is 270,000 SEK for the full program.
Graduates will be prepared for diverse career opportunities in solar equipment manufacturing, engineering firms, government agencies, and the energy sector at large. The combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience equips students with the skills needed to lead the shift toward cleaner, renewable energy solutions globally.