Energy Systems Analysis - Specialization
Energy System Analysis
In this specialization, students develop a solid understanding of energy systems and the interactions between various technologies and sectors such as heat, power, gas, and transport. They also gain a broad perspective on the role of energy systems in society, with a focus on renewable energy and its socio-economic impact.
Graduates are equipped to analyze complex energy systems using advanced modeling and statistical methods. They acquire the skills to plan and manage large energy projects and to design optimized energy solutions. A deep knowledge of energy markets, risks, and regulations enables graduates to advise companies and authorities on strategies for energy and environmental markets, as well as on forecasting future demand and opportunities for renewable energy technologies.
Polytechnic foundation courses (10 ECTS):
The following courses are mandatory:
| 12100 | Quantitative methods to assess sustainability (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | F7 (Tues 18-22) |
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| 12106 | Quantitative methods to assess sustainability (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | Autumn E3B (Fri 13-17) |
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| 12105 | Quantitative methods to assess sustainability (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | E7 (Tues 18-22) |
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| 12101 | Quantitative methods to assess sustainability (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | Spring F3B (Fri 13-17) |
| 42500 | Innovation in Engineering (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | January |
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| 42504 | Innovation in Engineering (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | August |
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| 42501 | Innovation in Engineering (Polytechnical Foundation) | 5 | point | June |
Students with advanced innovation competences may take one of the following courses as an alternative to 42500/42501/42504:
| 42502 | Facilitating Innovation in Multidisciplinary Teams | 5 | point | January |
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| 42505 | Facilitating Innovation in Multidisciplinary Teams | 5 | point | August |
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| 42503 | Facilitating Innovation in Multidisciplinary Teams | 5 | point | June |
The following course can be taken as an alternative to the mandatory course 12100/12106/12105/12101:
| 41636 | Design for Circular Economy | 5 | point | January |
Programme-specific courses (50 ECTS)
Innovation Course II: Select one of the following courses (5 ECTS):
| 38102 | Technology Entrepreneurship | 5 | point | Autumn E1B (Thurs 13-17) |
| 42014 | Environmental and Resource Economics | 5 | point | F7 (Tues 18-22) |
| 42015 | Energy Economics | 5 | point | Autumn E3B (Fri 13-17) |
| 42016 | Business Economics and Finance | 5 | point | Spring F3B (Fri 13-17) |
The following three courses are compulsory components of the programme (15 ECTS in total):
| 46205 | Feasibility studies of energy projects | 5 | point | Autumn E3A (Tues 8-12) |
| 46740 | Distributed energy technologies, modelling and control | 5 | point | Spring F1B (Thurs 13-17) |
| 46770 | Integrated energy grids | 5 | point | Spring F5A (Wed 8-12) |
Choose at least 10 ECTS among the following courses:
| 42112 | Mathematical Programming Modelling | 5 | point | January |
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| 42114 | Integer Programming | 5 | point | Autumn E4A (Tues 13-17) |
| 46120 | Scientific Programming for Wind Energy | 5 | point | Spring F2B (Thurs 8-12) |
| 46755 | Renewables in electricity markets | 5 | point | Spring F2A (Mon 13-17) |
Choose at least 5 ECTS from the following technology-related courses:
| 34552 | Photovoltaic systems | 5 | point | Spring F2B (Thurs 8-12) |
| 41418 | Green fuels and power-to-x | 5 | point | Spring F3A (Tues 8-12) |
| 41468 | Sustainable District Heating | 5 | point | Spring F1A (Mon 8-12) |
| 46200 | Planning and Development of Wind Farms | 5 | point | January |
| 47301 | Hydrogen energy and fuel cells | 5 | point | Spring F1B (Thurs 13-17) |
| 47330 | Energy storage and conversion | 5 | point | Autumn E1A (Mon 8-12) |
| 47334 | Carbon capture, utilization, and storage | 5 | point | Spring F3A (Tues 8-12) |
Choose at least 5 ECTS from the following courses:
| 02435 | Decision-Making Under Uncertainty | 5 | point | Spring F4A (Tues 13-17) |
| 42001 | Large scale energy system analysis | 5 | point | June |
Choose at least 10 ECTS among the following courses:
| 42014 | Environmental and Resource Economics | 5 | point | F7 (Tues 18-22) |
| 42016 | Business Economics and Finance | 5 | point | Spring F3B (Fri 13-17) |
| 42879 | Decision Support and Strategic Assessment | 5 | point | Autumn E2B (Thurs 8-12) |
| 46745 | Integration of wind power in the power system | 5 | point | Autumn E3B (Fri 13-17) |
| 46755 | Renewables in electricity markets | 5 | point | Spring F2A (Mon 13-17) |
Elective courses (30 ECTS):
Any course classified as MSc-level in DTU’s course catalogue may be taken as an elective. This also includes programme-specific courses beyond the minimum requirements listed above. Master’s students may count up to 10 ECTS from DTU bachelor-level courses or equivalent courses from other higher education institutions. Additionally, MSc-level courses from other Danish or international universities can be included as electives.
In addition to the programme-specific courses mentioned above, the following elective courses are suggested for this specialization:
| 02431 | Risk Management | 5 | point | January |
| 02476 | Machine Learning Operations | 5 | point | January |
| 12772 | Life Cycle Assessment of Products and Systems | 10 | point | Autumn E1 (Mon 8-12, Thurs 13-17) |
| 41416 | Energy systems - analysis, design and optimization | 10 | point | Spring F5 (Wed 8-17) |
| 42136 | Large Scale Optimization using Decomposition | 5 | point | Spring F2B (Thurs 8-12) |
| 46200 | Planning and Development of Wind Farms | 5 | point | January |
| 46230 | Power system balancing with large scale wind power | 5 | point | Spring F4B (Fri 8-12) |
| 46700 | Introduction to Electric Power Systems | 10 | point | Autumn E4 (Tues 13-17, Fri 8-12) |
| 46705 | Power grid analysis | 5 | point | Spring F3A (Tues 8-12) |
| 46750 | Optimization in modern power systems | 5 | point | Autumn E5A (Wed 8-12) |
| 46765 | Machine learning for energy systems | 5 | point | Autumn E5B (Wed 13-17) |
Master's thesis (30 ECTS):
The MSc thesis must be conducted within the area of the specialization. The project may be completed in collaboration with a relevant company.
Specializations are recommended pathways for selecting courses within the curriculum. Applicants are admitted to the programme and not to a specific specialization and may choose any courses within the curriculum according to the guidelines provided. However, if the requirements for a specialization are completed, the specialization title may be added to the diploma.
Study track responsible
Marcella Veronesi Professor Phone: +45 46775110 mver@dtu.dk