About Msc Subsurface Energy Systems in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
At Heriot Watt, we are delivering a new MSc programme in Subsurface Energy Systems (SES) that will educate you about unlocking energy resources with a low carbon footprint. This will be a stepping stone for your career in industry, government, non-government organisations (NGOs) or academia.
The programme addresses key concepts in subsurface energy and CO2 storage, geothermal energy or transitional gas while integrating geoscience, engineering, political and societal aspects. It will appeal to geoscientists, reservoir engineers, governmental stakeholders and all those interested in the management of subsurface reservoirs used to switch from a fossil fuel-driven economy to a decarbonised one, using natural gas as a transitional energy resource.
Career
Our MSc will prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities in many different sectors including:
- Traditional oil and gas sector
- Emerging geothermal industry
- Wider energy sector
- Government agencies and regulating bodies
- Non-government organisations (NGOs)
- General technical consultancies
- Academia.
- Entry requirements
- Admission to our programmes is by individual assessment - experience and skills are valued alongside formal qualifications. We look for evidence of motivation, understanding of the aims of a proposed programme of study, referees' reports.
Heriot-Watt University Highlights
| Year of Establishment |
1821 |
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Suburban |
| Establishment Year |
1966 |
| Endowment |
£8.9 million |
| Total Enrolment |
30,000+ |
| Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
| Graduate job rate |
80% |
Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
| Expenses |
Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
| Hall Fees |
£500- £735 |
| Food/Toiletries/Laundry |
£175 |
| Social |
£140 |
| Mobile Phone |
£25 |
| Books and Equipment |
May vary |
| Travel |
£1.80/per bus ticket |
| Total |
£865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
