ONLINE M.SC. WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS – WES.online
The main objective of the master program for Wind Energy Systems is capacity building in the field of wind energy for research and industry. Methods and technology innovations will be developed in learning alliances with the industry within the framework of master theses and doctoral dissertations. Prospective target groups for the Master program are natural scientists and engineers. Our students are offered on-job training to complete a whole master program or individual specialization modules.
| Type of course | Part-time distance learning course |
| Qualification | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
| Course duration | 5 - 7 semesters |
| Course start date and application |
Course start date: Winter semester Application deadline with German certificates:
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| Language of instruction | English |
| Course contents | Core topics include fundamentals of mathematics and engineering for wind energy, specializations in energy system technology, and simulation and structural technology, as well as additive key-competences (economy and law) |
| How the course is organized | A total number of 120 credits must be achieved to complete the master program. This number is divided into basic modules (30 ECTS), two specialization areas and non-technical modules (60 ECTS) (Note: at least 30 ECTS must be selected in one of the specialization areas) and a Master-Thesis module (30 ECTS) |
| Admission requirements | The minimum entry requirements are a Bachelor in relevant natural and engineering sciences and a 1-year work experience |
| Course fee | 14.000€ (+ Enrollment fees of University of Kassel - currently 282,47 €, each semester) |
| Additional information | A project funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research in the »Advancement through Education: Open universities« competition. |
Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology