Materials & Energy Transition
The Master of Materials & Energy Transition focuses on engineering solutions for the energy transition and circular economy. Combine study with work-based learning and make a direct impact in practice.
This practice-oriented master's programme centres on applied research in collaboration with the professional field. From the very beginning, you will be bringing your work into practice. You will learn to develop technical solutions for challenges related to the use of energy and materials. You will delve into the technology behind these solutions and the state-of-the-art knowledge available. This provides you with a solid technical foundation for your future career.
Most of all, you learn how to implement technical solutions to real-world problems. This involves more than just technology. Financial aspects, policy, and acceptance by individuals, groups, and society all play a role. You will be able to identify these stakeholders in transition processes, and engage them to create real impact.
This master's programme therefore offers not only in-depth theoretical and technical knowledge, but also practical insight. You will collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds. This master is taught in English.
You will graduate with a Master of Science (MSc) degree.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
You must hold a certificate or diploma demonstrating that you have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree in the life sciences or engineering sector before 1 September 2026. Examples include built environment, chemical engineering, chemistry, electrical engineering, environmental sciences, industrial engineering and management, or mechanical engineering.
A work-based learning placement is required for this master's programme. Avans can support you in finding one.
Admissions assignments
These assignments are part of the preparation. You must submit the following documents via our assignment site:
- Curriculum Vitae (max. 1 A4 page)
- Motivational letter (min. 1 A4)
You will receive the login codes for the intake dashboard after you have enrolled in Studielink.
Work-based learning placement
A work-based learning placement is mandatory for this master's programme. If you have trouble finding a work-based learning placement on your own, we can support you in the process. Admission to the programme is only confirmed upon receipt of a signed agreement by the company.
Assessment interview
Each student is invited to an assessment after their submitted assignments have been approved. This interview with one of the lecturers takes place in person or online via Teams. During the admission process, we assess your study motivation, English proficiency, and theoretical knowledge and skills relevant to this master's programme. You must successfully complete this assessment to be admitted to the programme.
Your job
Your MSc degree in Materials & Energy Transition will offer you plenty of job opportunities. It equips you to make the societal transition to a circular economy, based on sustainable sources of materials and energy, a reality. It requires people who dare to take ownership of real-world challenges.
The transition is happening everywhere: at small companies and multinationals, but also at start-ups. In local or (inter)national governments, and in all sorts of organizations. By the end of the program you will have learned much more about this, and discovered where you want to make your impact. And, you will know what roles suits you best: project leader, product or process engineer, consultant, researcher. All are available to you.
Whatever job you will find, it will always involve real-world engineering solutions that can make a real difference. You will become a true transition maker, and such people are always needed.
