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M.Sc. Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE)

University of Oldenburg Oldenburg

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

The University of Oldenburg offers a course in Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE) that focuses on the development and implementation of sustainable energy solutions. Students in this program have the opportunity to study a wide range of renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, and bioenergy. The curriculum also covers topics such as energy policy, energy economics, and energy management. With a strong emphasis on practical applications and hands-on experience, graduates of the SuRE program are well-equipped to address the challenges of transitioning to a more sustainable energy future. The University of Oldenburg's commitment to sustainability and innovation makes it an ideal place to study renewable energy technologies.

Specialization

Students must choose one of the following three specializations: Solar Energy Wind Energy System Integration of Renewable Energy

Fields of study

Energy Engineering(Engineering)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE) at University of Oldenburg

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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We accept TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Cambridge, PTE Academic, TOEIC, telc and UNIcert on level B2

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Applicants must have successfully completed a regular academic programme in Engineering or Science (e.g. Physics, Mech. Eng., Electr. Eng.)

Your final grade has to equal at least a Second Upper; most of our students graduated from their previous studies in the First Division.

https://uol.de/en/ppre/application (opens in a new tab)

In order to be eligible for a DAAD scholarship, you need 2 years of work experience. For the regular deadline, it is not a must but certainly a plus. Of course, the energy and rural development sectors are most relevant. Internships or final projects from your previous studies also count.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Applicants must have successfully completed a regular academic programme in Engineering or Science (e.g. Physics, Mech. Eng., Electr. Eng.).You need at least a Bachelor's Degree with a grade in the Second Upper Division or comparable degree with 180 credit points and/or at least 3 years of studying.

Applicants have to provide certified proof of their English language competence (e.g. TOEFL, see below)

Professional experience in the field of or related to (Renewable) Energy and/or Rural Development is appreciated; mandatory for DAAD applicants.

Besides technical knowledge of their degree, the participants of our program are expected to:

Have established a good work organization through their practical experiences, preferably in the field of renewable energies, sustainable development or energy technique,

Be able to familiarize themselves with a new topic autonomously (on a basic study level),

Structure newly given material and judge the importance of details,

Compare and judge facts out of different sources as well as compile information,

Estimate their skills and knowledge of an object and further their understanding through concrete questions,

Be dedicated to work with uncommon subjects,

Communicate clearly and fluently in English,

Work on interdisciplinary topics in a multicultural context

Willingness to share knowledge and work as a team

Be prepared to transcend common approaches of their previous subject.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE)

Programme-specific documents

You will have to prepare and scan the following documents for your application and upload (!) them as a pdf after registering and before the end of the deadline (DAAD EPOS: 15th October 2025 / regular: 15th January 2026); (note: zip-files are not accepted!)

DAAD applicants: Please check the DAAD website for necessary documents

Self-financing applicants: Financial statement – signed with current date (please see our FAQ for details)

CV (please use the sample europass form at europa.eu/europass/en) with current date

Letter of Motivation addressing the selection criteria and with current date (max. 2 pages, including research interest/proposal)

Letter of recommendation from your current employer (if possible)

Certificate(s) of Employment from employer(s) (if possible)

Proof of English Language Proficiency: IELTS or TOEFL (Note: The institutional TOEFL is not accepted) or official statement from University that previous studies were conducted in English language. Native speakers of English are exempted.

Copies of Academic Degrees (original document and additionally a certified translation if your certificate is neither in German nor English)

Copies of Academic Transcripts incl. grading-scale (original document and certified translation if necessary)

Additionally: If you come from China, Vietnam or India, you also need to upload an APS certificate.

This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE) at University of Oldenburg

Application procedure

Applications are made through uni-assist (Please check our FAQs for questions related to uni-assist)

Applicants for both deadlines have to use uni-assist for online application. Below you can find a link to their website. There is no possibility to hand in a paper application.

DAAD applicants are strongly advised to check www.daad.de for requirements and documents the DAAD asks for.

Selection process

Applications will be discussed by a selection committee selecting DAAD scholarships after the first deadline and all other participants after the second deadline.

Application quick facts

Apply via

Via uni-assist

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

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APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

University of Oldenburg

School of Mathematics and Science

Institute of Physics

D-26111 Oldenburg

Germany

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

404.01 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,712 – 15,710 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

1500 €/semester

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 1 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

2.85

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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