Master of Engineering Science (Renewable Energy)

About the course

The Master of Engineering Science (Renewable Energy) at UNSW Sydney is designed for engineers and science graduates seeking advanced expertise in sustainable power systems. You’ll build specialist knowledge across renewable energy technologies and their integration into modern energy networks, with opportunities to tailor study to your interests. This is a masters-level engineering program focused on renewable energy. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting the transition to low‑carbon energy across industry and government. Typical opportunities include renewable energy engineer, energy systems analyst, grid integration or power systems engineer, project engineer/manager, and roles in consulting, utilities, and clean‑tech organisations. This is a masters-level pathway for careers in renewable energy engineering. Preparing graduates for engineering management, technical leadership, and specialist design roles across industrial sectors.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)