Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use, MS
Where do sustainable engineering and renewable energy production meet? How can you apply your technical engineering skills to creating solutions for complex energy systems? Learn to demonstrate practical, proven capabilities and interdisciplinary thinking by mastering skills related to creation, storage and use of renewable energy.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
In the Master of Science program in modern energy production and sustainable use, you are provided with the skills and knowledge you need to address the challenges associated with the different modalities in energy production and storage. You are encouraged to work with instructors in the program who are conducting research.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
30 credit hours and a portfolio
Required Core (6 credit hours) Mathematics Elective (3 credit hours) Sustainability Electives (6 credit hours) Technical Electives (15 credit hours) Culminating Experience (0 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information Students should see the academic unit for a list of approved elective coursework. Other coursework may be used with approval of the academic unit. During the last semester of their program, students submit a portfolio that contains at least two projects from previous engineering coursework, along with a paper explaining the projects. Students must successfully complete the portfolio requirements to pass the culminating experience.
Students choose two courses:
ALT 535 Applied Photovoltaics (3)
CHE 573 Fuel Cells and Biofuel Cells (3)
CHE 578 Biomass Energy Conversion Technology (3)
EEE 563 Nuclear Reactor System Dynamics and Diagnostics (3)
MAE 576 Energy Efficiency (3)
MAE 579 Wind Energy (3)
MAE 582 Renewable Energy: Mechanical Systems (3)
MSE 503 Concepts in Materials Science (3)
MSE 560 Nanomaterials in Energy Production and Storage (3)
portfolio (0)
The modern energy production and sustainable use program requires a nonthesis portfolio.
What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Differentiate key concepts within energy storage and demonstrate their understanding of those concepts on the written exam.
- Differentiate key concepts of energy generation and sustainable energy use within energy-centric engineering and demonstrate their understanding of those concepts on written exams and presentations.
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills in an engineering-related field.
Differentiate key concepts within energy storage and demonstrate their understanding of those concepts on the written exam.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any engineering, physical science or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026, in a testing center, 6.5 on the IELTS, 60 on the Pearson Test of English (PTE), or 105 on the Duolingo English test.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 12/31 | Priority* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | In Person | 08/01 | Priority* |
*A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space-available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Admission Services.
Explore expanded study opportunities
This program allows you to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. As a high-achieving student, accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for you to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of your master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Approval to pursue the accelerated master's is typically granted during the junior year of your bachelor's degree program. If you are interested, you can learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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This program prepares students for professional careers in transdisciplinary areas of renewable energy generation and storage, energy-saving materials, manufacturing, sustainable transportation and related fields in industry, government and educational institutions.
Professionals with a modern energy production and sustainable master's degree have strong opportunities at all levels in various energy-related technologies with private and government entities. The skills learned in this degree program prepare graduates for a career as a practicing engineer.
Career examples include:
- development engineer
- process engineer
- product engineer
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
School for Engineering of Matter,Transport & Enrgy
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USE 138
semtegrad@asu.edu
480-965-2335
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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