Free University of Bozen-Bolzano
Master in Energy Engineering
Bolzano, Italy
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
19 Aug 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 1,200 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Non-EU citizens can apply until 28/04/2026.
Key Summary
This inter-university master programme is jointly managed by the Faculty of Engineering of the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano and the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering of the University of Trento.
Course Description
In this study programme you will learn how to design and develop effective, innovative and sustainable technological solutions to challenges linked to the depletion of fossil fuels and the environmental impact of energy use. You will study energy efficiency in buildings and industry, the production of renewable energy through small to medium-scale systems, and the broader environmental consequences of technological innovation and energy-market dynamics.
By gaining advanced expertise in the design and management of energy systems, resource use, energy planning and distribution - supported by modern modelling techniques - you will be equipped to address complex, interdisciplinary problems in the energy sector, contribute to the development of smarter and more sustainable infrastructures and policies, and play a leading role in driving technological innovation and research.
At a Glance
- Degree class: LM-30
- ECTS credits: 120 ECTS
- Duration of the course: 2 years
- Courses will be taught in English (Optional courses will be offered in Italian and German)
- Places available: 40 EU + 10 Non-EU
- Campus: NOI Techpark Bozen-Bolzano and Trento
You can also take part in the double degree programme with the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Barcelona (Spain) and IMT Atlantique, Nantes (France).
Online Info Sessions
We offer online information sessions in the coming months during which the master programme will be presented and where interested students can address their questions to professors and students. The dates and the registration links can be found here.
Structure of the course
The first year offers a core set of fundamental courses designed to build a solid foundation in energy engineering. Key topics include an overview of conventional and renewable energy resources, the principles and technologies behind the management and operation of energy conversion plants, and the analysis of energy use across major application sectors, such as residential and commercial buildings. These courses equip students with the essential knowledge and tools to understand, evaluate, and optimise energy systems in diverse real-world contexts.
At the second year, you can choose between two curricula, each tailored to a distinct area of energy engineering:
- Technologies for Energy Efficiency
This curriculum equips students with the skills to analyse, design, and optimise energy consumption in end-use applications, such as buildings, industrial processes, and distribution networks. - Renewable and Innovative Technologies for Energy Supply
This curriculum focuses on the study and application of advanced technologies for producing and managing energy from renewable sources, like water, wind, and biomass.
Both curricula prepare students to address current and future challenges in sustainable energy systems.
There is currently a strong demand for energy engineers, and you will be able to pursue management and research positions in manufacturing or service companies, design offices and public administrations dealing with Energy Resources, Energy Planning, Design, Construction and Operation of Renewable Energy Plants (particularly hydroelectric and cogeneration plants), Cogeneration and Trigeneration, Heating and District Heating, Thermotechnical Industry.
On completion of your degree, you will be in a position to be considered for entry into a PhD programme.
Well prepared and ready for the job market. On the website of AlmaLaurea you can check statistical data about graduates’ satisfaction and their employability.