The MSc Sustainable Engineering at the University of Bristol is designed for ambitious graduates seeking to address critical global challenges through innovative engineering solutions. As the world grapples with climate change and the urgent need to meet sustainable development goals, engineers play a pivotal role in creating resilient and environmentally conscious systems. This postgraduate programme equips you with the advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to lead in this vital field, offering specialisms in Civil Engineering and the Built Environment, Renewable Energy, or Product Development and Advanced Manufacturing. You will gain expertise in areas such as sustainable systems, smart cities, and renewable energy technologies.
This intensive, full-time, on-campus Masters degree is structured over one year, beginning with taught units in the first two teaching blocks, followed by a substantial research-based dissertation. You will engage with interdisciplinary research skills and sustainable design principles, potentially collaborating with peers from different engineering pathways on group projects, mirroring real-world professional practice. This collaborative approach, combined with individual contributions to your dissertation, prepares you for impactful careers. You will graduate ready to contribute to a more sustainable future, with pathways into roles in environmental engineering, renewable energy sectors, and sustainable product development.