Published: 02 October 2013

Master of Energy

Institution:        University of Auckland
Qualification:        Master of Energy
Length of Programme:    2 semesters
Commencement:    July 2014

All students complete two core courses that give an overview of business (ENERGY 721) and technology (ENERGY 722) issues relevant to energy.  Students have a choice of completing a 90 point research thesis or a smaller 45 point research project. In both cases the project scope may include economic, environmental, regulatory and business issues, as well as technical matters. Students who choose the smaller 45 point research project also take an additional three 15 point elective courses. The courses allow the student to concentrate on a particular energy form such as wind or geothermal, to take additional business courses, or to focus on sustainability/policy issues.  Students may begin in the PGCert (Geothermal) program in semester 2 and progress to the MEnergy program in semester 1 of the following year if they gain a B average in their PGCert courses.

http://www.engineering.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/home/for/futurepostgraduates/fp-study-options/fp-admission-for-masters/master-of-energy

Published: 02 October 2013

Renewable Energy:

Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology

Institution:        University of Auckland
Qualification:        Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology
Length of Programme:    1 semester
Commencement:    July 2014

The Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology is a highly practical and applied qualification which has been designed to train participants in key aspects of developing geothermal energy fields. The course content draws on recent advances in technology and leading edge research and uses experts from academia and industry as lecturers and tutors. New Zealand has been at the forefront of geothermal research and training since the world’s first liquid-dominated high temperature geothermal power plant was installed at Wairakei, in the central North Island, more than 60 years ago. Today, there are more than 25 such systems operating in the country. More than 1450 students from more than 50 counties have graduated from The Geothermal Institute at The University of Auckland with a world recognised qualification; many of our graduates are now leaders in the geothermal industry world-wide. Students find the nine days on field trips a memorable experience and particularly beneficial.

http://www.engineering.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/home/for/futurepostgraduates/fp-study-options/fp-applying-for-a-postgraduate-certificate/pgcertgeothermtech

Published: 02 October 2013

Master of Science

Master of Science (Technology)

Institute:        University of Waikato
Qualifications:        Master of Science
Master of Science (Technology)
Length of Programme:    2 years
Commencement:    July 2014

An understanding of earth and ocean sciences is vital if we are to sustainably manage Earth’s energy, water, mineral, soil and coastal resources. The earth sciences are also the key to predicting and managing natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, tsunami, landslides and volcanic eruptions.

The MSc degree will add to students’ knowledge of techniques as well as providing training in specialist areas.  Students have the choice of a diverse range of papers from Coastal Oceanography and Coastal Sedimentation to Volcanic Processes and Hazards and Rock Slope Engineering. While developing research skills students will have the opportunity to contribute to existing areas of research or to begin to develop new areas. Research programmes exist across a wide range of disciplines, supported by the primary research interests of staff which include coastal processes and climate hazards; tsunami and storm surge prediction and mitigation; physical volcanology including caldera dynamics and explosive conduit-vent processes. 

The MSc and MSc(Tech) are normally two-year programmes of study which combines taught papers with a research thesis in the second year. The MSc(Tech) includes two compulsory papers on industrial technology and innovation. Students will have the opportunity to undertake research with staff who are leaders in their field and will have the use of world-class laboratory facilities. For MSc students only, a 12 month Master of Science degree by thesis research may be available to students who have already completed a qualification such as a Bachelor of Science (Honours) or a Postgraduate Diploma.

An example of a relevant course would be -
Rock Slope Engineering – This paper considers rock mechanics within engineering geology, including the strength of intact rocks and rock joints; engineering geological hazards, slope stability modelling; and an applied site investigation project.

http://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/qualifications