PHILOSOPHY OF THE PROGRAMME

The programme is designed to produce graduates equipped with sufficient theoretical knowledge and skills in the design, development, deployment and marketing of renewable energy systems. It is intended to produce experts in renewable energy technologies. The course is targeted at qualified applicants with good background in science or engineering courses, willing to pursue high level training at M.Sc. level for a fulfilling career in the energy industry, tertiary institutions or research institutes.

AIM AND OBJECTIVES

The aim of the programme is to train students to acquire the conceptual understanding and sound technical knowledge of renewable energy systems for sustainable development. The objectives of the programme are to:

1. equip candidates with the requisite skills that will upgrade their basic knowledge and enhance their research skills in the design, development, deployment and applications of renewable energy technologies and systems.
2. ii. produce competent professional energy experts capable of applying renewable energy technology in solving the energy needs of modern society, especially for applications in rural areas and remote locations; and
3. produce qualified graduates capable of undertaking high level research at doctoral degree level for high profile career in academics or industry

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor degree or equivalent in Energy Studies, Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Electronics, Biochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or any other relevant course from the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto or other recognized universities with at least second class honours or its equivalent;
2. Bachelor degree or equivalent in cognate disciplines, such as, Microbiology, Botany, Zoology, Biology, Agricultural Science, Architecture, Building, Environmental Science e.t.c., from the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto or other recognised universities with at least second class honours or its equivalent.
3. A third class degree or Higher National Diploma (Upper Credit) and a postgraduate diploma with CGPA of at least 3.00 on 5.0 point scale in Energy Studies, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Biochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or cognate disciplines.
4. In addition to (i) to (iiii) above, a candidate must satisfy the matriculation requirements of the university.

MODE OF STUDY

The programme shall run on full-time basis and shall be by course work and research to be embodied in a dissertation.

DURATION

Minimum of 24 and maximum of 48 calendar months.

LECTURES START DATE

January, 2024

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

1. Teachers/lecturers in universities, polytechnics and other educational institutions
2. Researchers in tertiary and research institutions
3. oil and gas industries
4. the energy sector

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

1. Register and pass 42 units made up of 28 units of core courses and 2 units of elective courses; and
2. Dissertation of 12 units in a relevant area of specialisation which must be defended before a panel of internal and external examiners. The dissertation shall be graded with a minimum score of at least 50%.

AREAS OF SPECIALISATION

1. Solar thermal energy,
2. Solar photovoltaic energy,
3. Biomass/Bio-energy,
4. Small hydropower,
5. Hybrid systems,
6. Wind energy, and
7. Energy modelling and marketing