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Program Details

MSc in Energy Innovation

Prepare professionals and specialists with the knowledge and skills, required to participate in the innovation, development, and sustainability of clean energy locally and globally

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

Equip graduates with sound knowledge and skills required to participate in the process of future energy production, storage, and distribution. Extend the ability to contribute to the design of renewable and sustainable energy systems. Empower leadership, and critical thinking to evaluate, appraise, and provide solutions to the current energy and environmental crisis. Gain proficiency in project design and implementation.

Career opportunities

1. Energy engineer, solar energy engineer, renewable energy engineer 2. Energy consultants, solar energy consultants 3. Energy Sales Leader 4. Energy Leader 5. Solar energy technician 6. Wind turbine expert 7. Hydrocarbon Technology Specialist 8. Researcher Scientist /Academic 9. Solar Electrical Technicians

Program Information

College of Science
Department of The program joint committee- Physics and Chemistry
Major Energy Innovation
Academic degree MSc in Energy Innovation
Language of instruction English
Duration 2 Years

Program Details

  1. Equipping graduates for future participation in energy generation, production, storage, and distribution.
  2. Enhancing capacity in designing renewable and sustainable energy systems.
  3. Fostering leadership and critical thinking skills to address current energy challenges and environmental crises.
  4. Developing proficiency in project design and implementation.
  1. Knowledge
  2. K1 — The student is expected to describe the installation and operation of energy technology equipment relevant to the chosen study track: (energy storage systems, Carbon fuels, kinetic Energy generation, and solar energy).
  3. K2 — The student is expected to identify sustainable systems, traditional and renewable energy sources, and energy conversion mechanisms, and explore developments in modern energy production.
  4. K3 — The student is expected to identify the technical, economic, and environmental impacts of various energy production systems.
  5. Skills
  6. S1 — The student is expected to use relevant approaches and effectively apply mathematical and statistical data modeling to address challenges in the energy technology sector and evaluate the efficiency of energy production systems.
  7. S2 — The student is expected to develop and conduct relevant energy experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use scientific evidence to address energy challenges.
  8. S3 — The student is expected to address energy challenges by implementing geometric designs that meet specific needs, considering health, safety, and public interest, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  9. S4 — The student is expected to implement research findings and new developments in professional practice through innovative approaches and make informed decisions on future energy technologies.
  10. S5 — The student is expected to communicate scientific findings to stakeholders at both public and professional levels through reports, presentations, and newsletters on energy challenges.
  11. Values, Autonomy, and Responsibility
  12. V1 — The student is expected to identify ethical and professional responsibilities in the field, including the ability to make informed decisions considering the impact of engineering solutions on global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  13. V2 — The student is expected to demonstrate an ethical leadership attitude in international collaborations. This involves creating a collaborative environment, setting goals, planning tasks, and committing to achieving them within specified timelines.
  14. V3 — The student is expected to professionally plan and implement major projects or conduct scientific research partially. This involves implementing theoretical and practical knowledge along with advanced research methods.
  1. The ability to integrate renewable energy sciences with other disciplines.
  2. Proficiency in handling modern technological methods used in renewable energy generation and conversion.
  3. Making informed decisions to ensure good management practices and performance quality and solve problems effectively.
  4. Modelling and designing integrated energy systems that incorporate various specialties.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One EIM 811 The Physics of Energy-Fundamentals 3 —
Level One EIM 812 Challenges and opportunities of renewable energy for power systems 3 —
Level One EIM 813 Simulation and modelling anatysis 2 —
Level One EIM 814 Social and Economic Imptications of Green Energy 2 —
Level One EIM 816 Solar Energy (1) 3 —
Level One EIM 818 Hydrogen Energy 3 —
Level One EIM 815 Hydrocarbon Energy 3 —
Level One EIM 817 Wind, Wave, Tidal, Hydropower (1) 3 —
Level Two EIM 821 Materials and Device Charaeterization 3 —
Level Two EIM 822 Environmental impact and implications of energy production 3 —
Level Two EIM 823 Biofuels and The Circular Economy 3 —
Level Two EIM 825 Solar Energy (2) 3 EIM816
Level Two EIM 827 Energy Storage. 3 EIM818
Level Two EIM 824 Carbon Capture, Utilization and Sequestration. 3 EIM815
Level Two EIM 826 Wind, Wave, Tidal, Hydropower(2) 3 EIM817
Level Three EIM 831 Project Management and Research Skills 2 —
Level Four EIM 840 Thesis 6 EIM831

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

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