Master’s in Smart Electrical Networks and Systems
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Power the Future with Smart Grids
Gain the advanced technical skills and entrepreneurial mindset to transform the electrical power sector. This Master’s programme empowers you to design next-generation smart grids and integrate renewable energy sources with real-world impact.
Join a global community of innovators and become a leader in building a greener, more sustainable energy future.
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Year 1
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Embark on an exhilarating journey in Electric Power Engineering with the flexibility to start your first year at either KTH: Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm or UPC Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in Barcelona.
At KTH, delve into the core principles of electric energy systems. Immerse yourself in comprehensive courses covering power systems, power electronics, electrical machines, renewable generation, high-voltage engineering, and more.
Choose UPC and explore a rich curriculum focused on energy resources, energy and environment, energy engineering projects, and the integration of renewable energy into the electric grid.
Enhance your expertise through European Modules, tackling vital topics like energy efficiency, storage solutions, and energy generation:
- Module 1: Introduction to Smart Grids and data-driven applications by KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
- Module 2: Smart Buildings, Offshore Green Power and Power Electronics by GrenobleINP: Institute of Technology, France and UPC: Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Spain
- Module 3: Power Quality and energy efficiency by AHG: University of Science and Technology, Poland
- Module 4: HVCD supergrids by KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
- Module 5: Data science and ICT as enablers for smart grids by KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
- Add-on module: Applications of battery storage by Uppsala University , Sweden.
Learn from renowned experts across our partner universities and gain real-world insights with industry visits to pioneering companies like ABB and Scania, leaders in the electrification of transport in Sweden.
Year 2
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In your second year, specialise in a cutting-edge area at one of our prestigious partner universities:
- Energy Management in Buildings and Power Grids at Grenoble INP: Institute of Technology, France
- Power Distribution and Storage at KU Leuven, Belgium
- Power Electronics as Enabling Technology for Renewable Integration at UPC: Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya · BarcelonaTech, Spain
- Sustainable Electrical Energy Systems at TU/e: Eindhoven University of Technology, the Netherlands.
- Smart Power Grid Technology at KTH: Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
Each of these specialisations offers a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge and expertise, preparing you to lead in the fast-evolving field of electric power engineering. Choose your path and become a master in your chosen area, ready to tackle the energy challenges of tomorrow.
Involvement of Industry
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As an InnoEnergy Masters+ student, you get exposed to much more than traditional academics. That is why all our students get to combine their know-how with real life consulting cases from companies in our ecosystem.
The Industrial Innovation Project is one of the highlights of the programme. You will work on real-world challenges set by industry including companies such as Vattenfall, Stora Enso, Skeleton and more. You work in a team with fellow students and develop innovative solutions to some of the problems these companies face.
An example of the Industrial Innovation Project is the E16 Electric Road. This is the first test site for electric roads in Sweden. It consists of 2km where heavy electric trucks are powered by pantographs connected to overhead wires. Some of the tasks that students undertook include assessing the comparative advantages of using overhead lines or ground conductors to supply power to the roads, optimising the design of local sub-stations to support connections between electrified roads and the electric grid and identifying possible difficulties and solutions around power quality and security.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Journey
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Exciting, right? But with this master’s programme, you will go beyond academics as you embark on an exciting journey in innovation and business alongside your master’s programme, unlocking a realm of unique possibilities in the energy sector.
Elevate your skills with our MBA-level training, empowering you with tools for venture creation, investor pitches, fostering creative thinking, embracing ambiguity, and harnessing digital advancements like data science, machine learning, and blockchain technologies specifically tailored for the energy industry.
In the summer between your first and second year, you will attend a four-week course on entrepreneurship at the ESADE Business School in Barcelona.
During the four weeks you will attend highly interactive lectures each day, as well as work on an entrepreneurial project relating to innovation in smart grids. The goal of the project work is to create a start-up from ideation to first pitch to potential business angels.
Exclusive Content for InnoEnergy Masters+ Student
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- Start-up Engagement: Through internships, thesis projects, and networking events, students engage with start-ups supported by EIT InnoEnergy, gaining first-hand experience of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Industry consulting projects: As an InnoEnergy Masters+ you will have the opportunity to combine your know-how with real-life consulting cases from companies in our ecosystem. Whether you work with one of our start-ups or with shareholders, you will have the chance to show your talent during your study journey.
- Data Science & AI for Energy: Master+ will offer you the chance to follow several courses to equip yourself with practical skills in data science and AI for the energy sector, either in an engineering context or to create new business models.
You can explore key modules such as:
Master’s thesis
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You complete your second and final year with a Master’s thesis, which you undertake at one of our industrial or research partners. The thesis is worth 30 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System credits (ECTS) and corresponds to five months of full-time study. Your thesis should be clearly orientated towards innovative solutions that are relevant to electric power.
Degrees and certifications
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After successfully completing the two-year programme, you will receive:
- A degree from each of your two chosen universities:
- Grenoble INP: Master in Electrical Engineering for Smart Grids and Buildings
- KTH: Master of Science (120 credits)
- KU Leuven: Master of Science, EIT-KIC Master in Energy
- TU/e: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
- UPC: Master’s degree in Energy Engineering
- A Certificate of Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School
- A Certificate of Data Science and AI for Energy
- An EIT Label Certificate (from the European Union)*
The EIT Label is a quality seal awarded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) to a KIC educational programme that has been assessed positively by the EIT on the implementation of the EIT Quality Assurance and Learning Enhancement (EIT QALE) system and the application of specific quality criteria with focus on the EIT Overarching Learning Outcomes (EIT OLOs), robust entrepreneurship education, highly integrated, innovative ‘learning-by-doing’ curricula, international mobility and outreach.
InnoEnergy continually strives to improve the quality, structure and content of our Masters+ programmes. Therefore, some changes may occur as part of our quality control process.
Community+
By joining Masters+ , you’ll become part of a diverse, multicultural community of students and alumni from over 100 nationalities. Networking is key to success, which is why you’ll benefit from our vibrant CommUnity+ initiatives from day one. This network fosters knowledge-sharing, vision, and meaningful connections to support your personal and professional growth.
You’ll have access to Welcome Groups to connect with peers before the programme begins, webinars to gain insights from industry experts, social activities to build lasting friendships, local and topic-based chapters for focused discussions, a Student Council to help shape your experience, and expert talks featuring leaders in the field.
Careers+
Our programmes offer more than a double degree—they combines the full academic experience and facilities of top-ranked partner universities with personalised support from InnoEnergy to fast-track your career.
Through Careers+ and the Green Seed Journey, you’ll gain hands-on experience in venture creation, investor pitching, and solving real-world energy challenges. Benefit from tailored mentorship, career coaching, company visits, and exclusive job opportunities within our global network. Graduates go on to excel in roles such as engineers, consultants, and project managers at some of the world’s leading energy companies.
Ready to shape the future of energy but still have some questions? Get in touch with one of our representatives who will answer your questions about our programme requirements, applications, student life and more:
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Email: innoenergy@studyenquiry.com
Phone: +44 3331 500488
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