Master of Science (MSc) in Electric Power Engineering 2-years – Trondheim
Electric Power Engineering
Welcome to study start at NTNU
Time: 14.00
Place: To be announced
We are very much looking forward to welcoming our new students to study start.
Due to the current situation with the pandemic, this year's matriculation ceremony will be organised in a slightly different manner than usual.
Exchange students will be invited to view the matriculation ceremony digitally.
Master's students will be invited by their respective study programmes to a screening of the matriculation ceremony on campus together with their classmates.
More information on this year's Matriculation ceremony.
Preparatory courses
We will have information meetings and preparatory courses for the 2-year masters programme. Language of instruction is English.
Recommended preparatory courses
- August 9.–20.: Electro Magnetism
- August 10.–14.: Laplace-transforms and complex analysis
The courses are not mandatory, but well worth considering.
Information meetings for international students
The Office of International Relations will organise information meetings and online Q&As about how to register for courses, exams and other practical NTNU matters. The sessions will be live-streamed, but it will also be possible to watch them later at your convenience.
The 2021 autumn meetings are held online on August 17:
08:30 - Joint welcome meeting for new exchange and master's students
Students are encouraged to attend the 'Get started'-day on Gløshaugen or Dragvoll after the welcome meeting.
13:00 - Information meeting for new exchange students
13:00 - Information meeting for new international (master's) students
Find more information here. Agendas, and links to the meetings, will also be posted at this link.
'Get-started'-day
On August 17, the day after matriculation, a vast number of different student organizations will be present on campus at Gløshaugen and Dragvoll, to showcase the variety of activities, causes and organizations you can engage with outside your studies at NTNU.
NTNU, and Trondheim in particular, is well-known for a vibrant and lively student community with a strong volunteerism spirit - as a result, there are literally hundreds of different associations, clubs, sports teams and organizations you can join in your free time, which is an excellent way to make friends.
Most of these will be present on campus on August 17, and will have stands outdoors where you can wander about and talk to representatives from any organization that catches your fancy. Representatives from certain services at NTNU and Sit, such as the Office of International Relations, will also be present.
The Office of International Relations will give a presentation (on campus) in English on the various student associations and organizations available.
Checklist and manage your stay
The Office of International Relations has a comprehensive checklist of what you need to do as a new international student at NTNU:
Checklist for new international students
You will also find an overview of what you need to do to prepare the semester here:
What you need to do as a new student
How to learn Norwegian
NTNU has various part-time classes to help you learn Norwegian as a second language, including a free online course.
Exchange students can join a 3-week intensive summer course in August. The course includes several day-trips in the surroundings of Trondheim, and a weekend-excursion to nearby mountains.
Join us at "Fadderuka" (The buddy weeks). It will make first weeks as a new students easier. All new students can participate and you get to know your fellow students from day one!
Your Student buddy association is called "EMIL"
More information about and sign up for Fadderuka
Course timetables - If there is no timetable, please contact the department responsible for the course
What will you learn?
Electric Power Engineering is important to industrialized as well as developing countries. This Master Programme aims to:
- Provide candidates with knowledge and skills for planning, design and operation of Electric Power Systems.
- Develop new methods and new high tech components for effective, reliable and sustainable systems and industrial products.
More details about the programme.
Apply for admission
- BSc/BEng degree in Electric Power Engineering, Electrical Engineering with specialization in power engineering, or renewable energy with focus on electric power engineering and with average grade of 1st class division or 2nd class upper division.
- An average grade equivalent to a Norwegian C is required in order to be considered.
- The candidates must have a minimum of the equivalent of 30 ECTS in mathematics, including 5 ECTS in statistics.
- The candidates must also have fundamental electromagnetic theory.
Admission requirements and how to apply.
Career opportunities
Engineers with a specialization in electric power engineering is in demand all over the world. In Norway there is a steady demand in sectors such as utility companies, industry, consultant and offshore oil and gas exploration.
Citizens of EU countries can apply for jobs in Norway. Non-EU citizens will have to obtain a work permit first. What can you work with?
Study environment
Trondheim is well known as a top location for students and academics, and the city is regularly rated as the best student town in Norway. Out of the total population of 190 000, 36 000 are university students who leave their mark on the city. Whether you want vibrant city life or a lighted ski trail – Trondheim has it all!
The programme itself is fairly structured, with lectures, exercises and laboratory work, and you spend a lot of time with your fellow students along the way.
The academic and social student organization for Electric Power Engineering is called EMIL. They organize parties, trips and professional meetings. Everyday student life in Electric Power Engineering.
Programme components
The programme consists of two years of full-time studies, giving a total of 120 ECTS credits. There will not be charged any tuition fee. The teaching language is English. How the programme is structured.
Contact
We can help you with individual education plans, choice of subjects, job relevance and general questions about the study programme. How to contact us
- Study programme: Electric Power Engineering (Master's Programme)
- Degree type: Master of Science in Electric Power Engineering
- Duration: Full-time
- Credits: 120
- Unit: Department of Electric Power Engineering
- Application deadline: 15. april
- Location: Trondheim
Sivilingeniør
The candidate has earned the right to use the Norwegian professional title sivilingeniør. This right is legally protected in Norway.
Application deadlines
Non-EU/non-EEA students:
1 December 2020
EU/EEA students:
1 March 2021
Norwegian/Nordic students:
15 April 2021
Admission August 2021: The application portal will open in October for non-EU students
Please see our FAQ
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