Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (SESE)

Programme Description

The Master in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering is an interdisciplinary graduate program that prepares students to tackle global energy challenges through a holistic approach integrating technical, environmental, economic, and policy perspectives. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, hydro, bioenergy, geothermal), energy efficiency, storage, smart mini grids, sustainable mobility, and clean cooking. Students also study energy systems engineering, energy management and audit, lifecycle assessment, environmental impact, and energy policy. Through coursework, labs, and a research thesis, students gain practical skills in sustainable energy solutions. Graduates are equipped for careers in the private sector, renewable energy startups, consulting, international development agencies (e.g., World Bank, UNDP), government bodies (e.g., ministries of energy), think tanks, and NGOs focused on clean energy.The programme is supported by Transforming Energy Access-Learning Partnership (TEA-LP)  project funded by UK Aid.

The Academic Year

The academic year is divided into two semesters: semester ONE runs from January to June, and semester TWO spans from July to December. The length of a Semester shall be Seventeen (17) weeks with Fifteen (15) weeks being for Teaching and Two (2) weeks for Examinations. Teachings shall be completed in a year.

Application Timeline and Admissions

To enable students, to make adequate preparations including soliciting sponsorship as well as providing flexibility in the admission process, applications will be processed as follows;

1. Application for admission into various programs will be received all year round.
2. Candidates for Master’s programs by coursework will be admitted only once per year i.e., beginning of the new academic year.
3. Candidates for Master’s programs by research thesis will be admitted at any time of the year.
4. Validity of the admission into any program shall be one year from the date of commencement of the academic year in which the candidate was admitted. Thereafter, the candidate shall be required to re-apply for admission.
5. For scholarship opportunities visit, https://nm-aist.ac.tz/event

Entry Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (MSc SESE) must have obtained :

1. A good Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in the appropriate field of Natural Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering. Specifically, the appropriate fields will include Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degrees.

Areas of Specialization

1. Sustainable Power Generation and Energy Utilization
2. Renewable Energy Engineering
3. Smart Grid Technology

Programme Duration

Full Time

1. Years: Two (2) Years
2. Semesters: Four (4)

Part Time

1. Years: Three (3) Years
2. Semesters: 

Mode of Delivery

Blended mode or hybrid mode whereby a portion of the traditional face-to-face instruction is mixed with web-based online instruction.

Feedback to applicants

After approval by the Senate, the Admissions Office communicates to the qualified applicants about the outcome of the applications and the expected date of the commencement of studies as well as the required preparations for enrolment at the Institution. Students who do not qualify are also informed of the fate of their applications and the reasons for the same.

Program Fees

NM-AIST fees structure is available through the following link; https://nm-aist.ac.tz/the-nelson-mandela-african-institution-of-science-and-technology-nm-aist-2/document-gallery/

NOTE:

1. Payments of fees should be made on time before the beginning of each semester. Otherwise, adequate and acceptable arrangements to that effect should be made at registration.
2. Failure to pay within the specified period will result in the withdrawal of registration.
3. Fees paid will not be refunded if a student withdraws or leaves the college without permission.
4. No applicant will be allowed to attend classes at the College unless the fees required have been paid.

For more information about the programme contact: dean-mewese@nm-aist.ac.tz