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Mineral and Energy Economics

About the program.

Why Mineral and Energy Economics?

Graduate study in Mineral and Energy Economics at Mines offers a specialized program in applied economics that includes training in valuable quantitative methods. Our faculty are actively engaged in economic research applied to earth, energy and the environment. They have specific expertise in global climate policy, price forecasting, energy demand, utility regulation, asset valuation, critical minerals, environmental economics, renewable energy mandates, and international mineral markets. Our faculty and graduate students are unique in their focus on applied energy, mineral and environmental topics. This concentration of interest and expertise cannot be found in traditional economics programs. Students earn a distinctive degree that is highly marketable and positions them for important contributions.

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MS in Mineral and Energy Economics

The MS degree in Mineral and Energy Economics is the department’s most popular program. In the first year, students are trained in the core skills necessary for graduate-level economic analysis of energy, mineral and environmental topics. In the second year, students, in consultation with their advisor, customize their studies by selecting a set of enriching electives. The program is typically completed in two years: 12 courses (36 credit hours) with a recommended 3 courses per semester.

Degree Requirements

Two options are available for the MS degree: non-thesis and thesis. The non-thesis optionrequires 36 credit hours of graduate-level course work including core and elective courses. The thesis option requires a total of 36 credit hours consisting of 24 credit hours of graduate-level core and electives courses in addition to 12 credit hours of Master’s-level thesis development. For both options two advances economics elective courses must be taken. Masters students are only admitted to a thesis-based program after one or two semesters of course work. To apply send a statement of intent to the program manager. The request will be reviewed by the admissions committee.

Non-thesis Option Course Work

• 15 credit hours of core courses (5 classes)
• 21 credit hours of electives (7 classes, 2 must be advanced economics classes)

Thesis Option Course Work

• 15 credit hours of core courses (6 classes)
• 12 credit hours master’s-level thesis development/research credits
• 9 credit hours of electives (2 classes must be advanced economics classes)

Additional Program Option

Reciprocity Agreement with the University of Denver in Law and Economics Program. Students enrolled in the M.S. Mineral Economics Program at Mines or the Juris Doctorate Program (JD) in Law from the University of Denver may under the reciprocal agreement complete 6 approved credits at either school by enrolling for the courses at both Registrar Offices. PhD and JD students may have the opportunity to double count up to 12 credit hours towards both programs; see your advisor for more information. Applicants must apply to each program separately. See Kathleen Martin to register.

Prerequisites

Prior to starting the program, students must complete the following, all with a grade of B or higher:

• A course in Principles of Microeconomics
• A course in Probability and Statistics
• One semester of college-level calculus.
• Students will only be allowed to enter the program in the spring under exceptional circumstances as approved by the program
• director. Contact Dr. Ian Lange if you desire a spring admission.

Core Courses (15 credits Thesis & Non-Thesis)

All MS and PhD students in Mineral and Energy Economics are required to take a set of core courses that provide basic tools for the more advanced and specialized courses in the program.

• EBGN 509 Mathematical Economics*
• EBGN 510 Natural Resource Economics
• EBGN 521 Microeconomics II
• EBGN 590 Econometrics
• EBGN Econometrics Elective**

**  A second econometrics course is required (available courses are EBGN594 or EBGN690)

Electives (21 credits Non-thesis or 6 credits Thes is)

Choose courses in consultation with your advisor. Some typical electives are listed below. You are free to mix across the lists, but your program of study must be approved by your advisor. Students should not assume that courses taken at Mines or other institutions will apply to their degree without consultation with their advisor. A minimum of two course must be advanced economics classes. Below is a list of classes that may be offered.

• EBGN 530 Energy Economics
• EBGN 535 Economics of Metal Industries & Markets
• EBGN 570 Environmental Economics
• EBGN 610 Advanced Resource Economics
• EBGN 611 Advanced Microeconomics
• EBGN 632 Primary Fuels
• EBGN 645 Computational Economics
• EBGN 690 Advanced Econometrics
• EBGN 594 Time-series Econometrics
• EBGN 655 Advanced Linear Programming
• EBGN 657 Advanced Integer Programming
• EBGN 504 Economic Eval. & Investment Decision Methods
• EBGN 540 Accounting and Finance
• EBGN 546 Investment and Portfolio Management
• EBGN 553 Project Management
• EBGN 555 Linear Programming
• EBGN 560 Decision Analysis
• EBGN 563 Management of Technology
• EBGN 572 International Business Strategy
• EBGN 575 Advanced Mining and Energy Valuation

PhD in Mineral and Energy Economics

Prior to starting the program, students must complete the following courses (normally as part of their undergraduate studies) with a grade of B or better:

• Principles of Microeconomics
• Probability and Statistics
• College-level Calculus
• Students will not be allowed to begin coursework until the prerequisites are satisfied.

PhD Course Work

• 15 credit hours of common core courses (5 classes)
• 3 credit hours of extended core courses
• 18 credit hours of electives, as approved by the student’s advisor and thesis committee (6 classes)
• For specific course work plans and suggested electives, review the PhD advising sheet .

PhD Research Requirement

• 36 hours of thesis credit

Additional Course Work Option

Reciprocity Agreement with the University of Denver in Law and Economics Program. Students enrolled in the M.S. Mineral Economics Program at Mines or the Juris Doctorate Program (JD) in Law from the University of Denver may under the reciprocal agreement complete 6 approved credits at either school by enrolling for the courses at both Registrar Offices. PhD and JD students may have the opportunity to double count up to 12 credit hours towards both programs; see your advisor for more information. Applicants must apply to each program separately. See Kathleen Martin to register.

Qualifying Examinations

Upon completion of the core course work, students must pass a series of qualifying written examinations to become a candidate for the PhD degree. The qualifying exams are offered at the end of the firs and second year of course work. After the first year of coursework the student will be tested to assess their mastery of microeconomics and quantitative methods (including econometrics). After completing the extended core in the second year students will be tested to assess their ability to perform independent research.

Research Presentation and Other Thesis-Related Requirements

Following a successful thesis proposal defense and prior to the final thesis defense, the student is required to present a completed research paper (or dissertation chapter) in a research seminar at Mines. The research presentation must be considered of a sufficient professional-level quality by at least three Mines faculty members in attendance. In addition to the mentioned requirements, the PhD student may, at the discretion of the committee, be required to complete assignments and/or examinations that are more directly related to the thesis topic.

Thesis Defense

The PhD degree culminates in a final oral defense of the student’s research thesis. Upon approval of the thesis by the student’s committee, the thesis is submitted to the Graduate School.

Guidelines for Appropriate Progress Toward the PhD Degree

The guidelines give expectations about what constitutes appropriate progress towards the PhD degree. They are meant to be helpful, identify specific milestones along the way, and officially monitor progress. Your progress towards a PhD degree will be reviewed annually by the division during the summer term. See the PhD Progress Form in the “Thesis Form” menu option to the right which identifies the necessary steps to obtain a finding of “satisfactory” progress.

Dual Degree: Energy Technology Economics and Management Ma + Mineral and Energy Economics

The Department of Economic and Business at Mines and the Institut Français du Petrole (IFP), in Paris, France, together offer an advanced collaborative international graduate degree program to meet the needs of industry and government. Our unique program trains the next generation of technical, analytical and managerial professionals vital to the future of the petroleum and energy industries.

These two world-class institutions offer a rigorous and challenging program in an international setting. The program gives a small elite group of students a solid economics foundation combined with quantitative business skills, the historical and institutional background, and the interpersonal and intercultural abilities in the fast-paced, global world of oil and gas.

Qualifications

Qualifications for the program include:

• The equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background
• A keen interest in an international career in the public or private sector relating to petroleum and other energy industries
• A commitment to excellence and leadership
• For professionals working in industry, research or government organizations, both experience and academic background will be taken into consideration.

After studying in English for only 16 months (8 months at Mines and 8 months at IFP) the successful student of Energy Technology Economics and Management (ETEM) receives not one but two degrees:

• Masters of Science in Mineral and Energy Economics from Mines and
• Diplôme D’Ingénieur or Mastère Spécialisé from IFP

Who is Eligible?

Mines, and the Mineral and Energy Economics program in particular, is known worldwide for the quality of its students. The program has attracted students from more than 25 countries. Students admitted to the program are chosen for their:

• Strong intellect
• Course work
• Scores on either the GRE or the GMAT

In addition, students must demonstrate a strong interest in energy, minerals, public policy, and/or related environmental and technological issues. These interests will be reflected in the letter of interest and previous involvement in these areas. The division is also looking for strong leadership potential as shown by previous academic, personal, and employment successes. All students must have completed Calculus I, Introductory Probability and Statistics, and Principles of Microeconomics prior to entering the program.

Application Deadline

Important: Applications for admission to the dual degree program should be submitted for consideration by the deadlines  set by the Graduate Admissions Office to begin courses the following fall semester in August. We make our offers in April. Only seven students are selected for the program each year. We also select three alternate students. A deposit of $500 is due to secure your place in the program.

The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) allows students who are residents of 14 surrounding western states to enroll on a resident tuition basis. The Mineral and Energy Economics program is an approved WICHE program. For information on WICHE, visit  http://www.wiche.edu/ .

The Dual Degree program offered by the Department of Economics and Business (EB) requires students to take a total of 48 credit hours of graduate-level course work. Course work is split between Colorado School of Mines and the Institut Français du Petrole (IFP) with 24 credit hours in residence at Mines in Golden, CO and 24 credit hours in residence at IFP in Paris, France.

Mines Requirements for the Dual Degree Program

• 9 credit hours core courses (3 classes)
• 15 credit hours EB department electives (5 classes)

IFP Requirements for the Dual Degree Program*

• 5 courses taken during IFP Semester 1 – Spring (see IFP course list below)
• 8 courses taken during IFP Semester 2 – Summer (see IFP course list below)

*Sample IFP degree requirements.

Entering students must have:

• A bachelor’s degree
• Microeconomics

Mines Core Courses (9 credit hours)

Dual Degree students are required to take the following set of core courses at Mines that provide basic tools for the more advanced and specialized courses in the program.

**A econometrics elective is required (currently the available courses are EBGN594 or EBGN690)

Mines EB Department Electives (15 credit hours)

Choose 3 courses in addition to the EBGN Econometric Elective listed in Core Courses in consultation with your advisor. Some typical electives are listed below. You are free to mix across the lists, but your program of study must be approved by your advisor. Students should not assume that courses taken at Mines or other institutions will apply to their degree without consultation with their advisor. A minimum of two courses must be at the 600 level.

Applied Economics

• EBGN 512 Macroeconomics
• EBGN 594 Time-series Econometrics
• EBGN 698 Primary Fuels
• EBGN 698 Computational Economics

Quantitative Methods

• EBGN 698 Stochastic Programming

Operations, Management and Finance

IFP Courses (24 credit hours)

Dual Degree students are required to take these or similar courses at IFP in France:

IFP Semester 1 (Spring)

• PEM1 Business Accounting
• PEM2 Organization Behavior
• PEM5 Energy Geopolitics
• PEM 6 Upstream Management
• PEM9 Production and Reservoir Engineering (9a.Beginner/9b.Advanced)

IFP Semester 2 (Summer)

• PEM3 Strategic Marketing
• PEM4 Energy Economics and Development
• PEM7 Downstream Economics
• PEM8 Commodities Markets and Trading
• PEM10 Refining
• PEM11 Efficiency Analysis of Industrial Firms
• PEM12 Industrial Optimization
• PEM13 Advance Econometrics

Resource Commodity Analytics (RCA) Certificate

The Mines graduate certificate in Resource Commodity Analytics (RCA) is a four-course program that provides training in advanced quantitative and financial analysis applied to energy and mineral markets. The RCA certificate program takes the most quantitative aspects of our world-renowned graduate programs in Mineral and Energy Economics and Engineering and Technology Management to make an accelerated certificate. The program will serve professionals or recent graduates located in the Denver metro area who want to acquire new skills for career growth. This in-person program holds classes only on Mondays and Wednesdays in order to provide flexibility and opportunity for those who will remain employed locally or remotely, or are unable to complete a full Masters program. However, course credits are “stackable” in case students want to continue on to a Masters degree, or complete the certificate “on the way” to their Masters. Courses in the program focus on natural resource markets & regulation, data analysis & forecasting, and financial valuation. The course of study is flexible enough to be completed in one intensive semester or over four semesters depending on the student’s needs and interests.

An undergraduate degree in a business, science, technology, engineering, math, or social science discipline with some coursework or experience with quantitative analysis is usually required to be admitted to this program.

The RCA Program

The certificate in Resource Commodity Analytics involves 12 credit hours of course work. Students must take at least one of the two required courses and an additional nine credit hours either from the list of required courses and/or elective courses. Full-time students intending to complete the certificate in one semester must enter in the fall; part-time students can enter in the spring or fall. In order to apply, please go to Admissions . No GRE test scores or letters of recommendation are needed.

Click here for more information on the curriculum and how to apply.

More Information

• Program Flyer
• FAQ’s
• Course Catalog
• MS MEE Advising Sheet
• PhD MEE Advising Sheet
• Dual Degree MEE Advising Sheet
• Spring 2023 Course Schedule
• Fall 2023 Course Schedule
• List of Graduate Courses
• Tuition Information

If you have questions or would like more information about the program, please contact Kathleen Martin

[email protected]  303-273-3482

“The Mineral and Energy Economics Program at Mines has trained me in a way that I have a good idea of how to answer those questions. The program offers such an efficient curriculum, mainly because the program specializes in energy and environmental issues. I’ve benefited from a team of faculty and cohort focusing on energy/ environmental economics, which not many other institutions are characterized. Also, I’d proudly say that the nurturing environment that our faculty provides is the world’s best. They ensure that I make the most of my PhD degree.” Sul-Ki Lee ’18 PhD in  Mineral and Energy Economics

Student Fellowships and Funding Opportunities

Teaching assistant positions, darlene regina pauli scholarship fund, lowell and cheryl shonk graduate fellowship.

Lowell and Cheryl Shonk have generously established a fellowship fund for graduate students in Mineral and Energy Economics in the Department of Economics and Business at Colorado School of Mines.

Lowell Shonk graduated from Mines in 1979 with a Master’s degree in Mineral Economics.  Mr. Shonk also received an undergraduate degree in Economics from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of Colorado.  With 40 years in the international mining and minerals industry, Mr. Shonk has served in various executive positions, including financial leadership, business development and merger and acquisition activities .   In all positions, Mr. Shonk has drawn on his education and experiences at Mines and owes his career to the foundation that Mines provided.

Fellowship award details and eligibility:

• Master’s or PhD students accepted and/or enrolled into the Mineral & Energy Economics program at Colorado School of Mines.
• US Citizens demonstrating financial need. Note:  Students must submit a Federal FASFA application.
• Preference shall be given to Master’s degree candidates pursuing a thesis option.
• Awards shall be made to two or more students and shall not exceed more than 50% of the cost of tuition and fees per year, per student.

Awards may be renewable for a second year subject to good progress toward a degree and the student remains in good standing.

Federal Student Loans

External sources.

• Society for Mining Metallurgy and Exploration student scholarships

Job/Internship Placement

Doctor of Philosophy in sustainable energy

About the doctor of philosophy degree.

Today’s global energy transitions demand leaders who can seamlessly navigate interwoven technical, societal, and environmental challenges. The newly established PhD in sustainable energy, offered on ASU’s Tempe campus, transcends the boundaries of traditional methodologies and disciplinary viewpoints to achieve a sustainable energy future.

Students in the degree program will conduct collaborative cross-disciplinary research integrating energy science with societal and policy insights. Drawing upon emerging knowledge and deep historical insights, and integrating information from the physical, biological, and social sciences, students will explore and contribute to sustainable solutions that address urgent energy challenges now and in the future.

Graduates will be prepared to bridge diverse domains and communities, fostering socio-technical innovation and developing sustainable energy solutions and policies.

Admission requirements

Students may be admitted to the PhD in sustainable energy program with either a bachelor’s or a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree from an international institution officially recognized by that country. Applicants from diverse educational and professional backgrounds are encouraged.

Learning outcomes

PhD in sustainable energy graduates will have an advanced understanding of the dynamics and complexity of global energy systems and will be able to lead others in research providing adaptive solutions to specific sustainable energy challenges. In addition to the common learning outcomes, PhD in sustainable energy students will be able to:

• Use their analytical and theoretical knowledge to elucidate and contextualize complex, transdisciplinary issues surrounding energy.
• Contribute to the body of knowledge of complex energy systems through transdisciplinary research.
• Function within the science-policy nexus with a unique understanding of issues and proposing innovative solutions.
• Produce a portfolio of research accomplishments in complex energy systems that will position them to be competitive for employment opportunities in academia, industry, and government.

If admitted with a bachelor’s degree, students must complete a minimum of 84 semester hours. If admitted with a master’s degree, they must complete a minimum of 54 hours.

Requirements and electives

Courses and electives, core courses.

SOS 571: Sustainable Energy I: Technologies and Systems (3 credits) This is the first in a sequence of foundational courses (571, 572, and 573) in the graduate program for sustainable energy. This course provides a primer on the scientific, technological, and social aspects of energy. It has three core modules: (1) primer on the physics of energy, (2) a review of power systems and electricity generation technologies, and (3) a review of transportation systems and fuel/vehicle technologies. Although the class focuses on energy technology, it also incorporates discussions of the human dimensions of energy systems.

SOS 572: Sustainable Energy II: Transitions (3 credits) This course follows the thread of energy transitions through every aspect of our lives. It stresses the technological, economic, social, and political contexts of energy transitions. It addresses energy use throughout history, the influence of energy on quality of life, how energy use has influenced the process of urbanization and how considerations of access to and control of energy sources shapes geopolitical strategies.

SOS 573: Sustainable Energy III: Futures Analysis, Negotiation and Governance (3 credits) This course provides a basis for understanding the intersection of social, political, cultural, economic, and technical dynamics of existing and emerging energy system possibilities, emphasizing the roles of human decision-making as well as new scientific and technological developments. It emphasizes the development of sophisticated competency in several broad thematic capacities that are required to understand, engage with, and provide thought leadership in the ongoing challenge of creating and cultivating sustainable energy systems.

SOS 574: Sustainable Energy Analytics in Context (3 credits) This course will address the primary metrics, data sources, and methodologies used to measure sustainable energy, including how they are used to track progress toward sustainability goals and shape public policies. It covers the metrics for comparing the cost, efficiency, social equity and environmental impacts of various energy sources, and issues pertaining to product life cycle evaluation. These metrics provide the foundation for assessing the relative merits of various energy and production options based on a variety of possible criteria. In addition to imparting factual knowledge for quantitatively evaluating a multiplicity of energy sources and systems and their impact on the environment, it will build skills in research, comparative analysis and critical thinking that will catalyze a lifetime of engagement with the complex and evolving issues surrounding sustainability.

SOS 575: Sustainable Energy Research Seminar (1 credit) This is a seminar-based course for Sustainable Energy doctoral students focusing on research skills for transdisciplinary energy research. The seminar has a different focus in the Fall and Spring. In the Fall, the course focuses on research methods. In the Spring, the course focuses on the process of generating research ideas and writing effective research proposals.

SOS 589: Community of Scholars (1 credit) This seminar provides the opportunity to develop new skills, to foster cohort building, to interact with other students and faculty in the School of Sustainability, and to network and build support with the alumni network.

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Online PhD in Energy Programs

• Author: EnergyDegrees.org Staff
• Reviewed by: Evan Lowry, Ph.D.

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Interested in cutting-edge energy research? Thinking of earning an online PhD or DEng while you continue to work in an engineering role? Use this real-world guide to the online doctorate in energy to make an informed decision about your future. Find out what’s available, what to look for, and how to pay for your doctoral studies. Or skip ahead to our listings to start mapping out your educational pathway.

• Online PhD, DEng & JD programs in energy are rare, but they do exist! Our listings contain distance learning options from an unusual array of universities.
• Online PhD programs in energy will focus on groundbreaking research topics. Online DEng programs are practice-based degrees that prepare graduates for technical leadership & management positions.
• Unlike campus-based PhD programs, most universities don’t provide financial support for online doctorates in energy. So you’ll need to think creatively about how you will fund your degree.

What Online Doctorates in Energy Are Available?

An online doctorate in energy is a niche degree for a niche field. So you won’t see a huge amount of programs in our listings . However, there are reputable universities who are willing to offer virtual learning pathways to engineers whose work is their research. And there are plenty of creative workarounds if you can’t find the exact degree title.

Here’s how to channel your search into the appropriate channel:

• Online PhD in Energy Engineering : Important for teaching at the university level, working in industrial R&D positions for companies and research labs (e.g. NREL ), and/or consulting.
• Online DEng in Energy Fields : Useful for working in a technical management or engineering leadership position.
• Online JD in Energy Law : Necessary for earning a Juris Doctor (JD) in order to practice law in the United States.

Talk to trusted mentors & colleagues and read our section on job opportunities before you make the leap. Committing to a doctorate is a serious and time-consuming commitment (we’re speaking from experience here). You need to be 100% sure of your direction.

How to Choose an Online Doctorate in Energy

Online phd degrees in energy engineering.

Once you reach the lofty heights of PhD studies in engineering, you have two options. You can aim for a targeted doctorate in energy engineering from our listings or you can customize an online PhD in a traditional engineering field. Both will allow you to explore energy theory & scholarship.

Energy Engineering: Choose a program like UND’s Online PhD in Energy Engineering and you’ll be completely immersed in energy studies. This 90-credit program includes 15 credits of required core courses (e.g. energy systems engineering); 15-33 credits of electives (e.g. energy systems optimization); 30-48 credits of required research; and 12 credits for a dissertation (e.g. fuel production, power generation, transmission & distribution, new technologies, environmental protection, etc.).

Related Engineering Disciplines: If you’re in love with your undergraduate major, you might consider building energy into the structure of a general engineering doctorate. Online PhD programs are now available in fields such as:

• Electrical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

Take Michigan Tech’s Online PhD in Mechanical Engineering as an example. It has research strengths in advanced power systems, agile microgrids, and distributed sensing for sustainable fuel production & utilization. You could use the expertise of the department to create a dissertation that dives deep into the mechanical complexities of energy production.

Whichever path you choose, come prepared with a solid undergraduate GPA. Most universities will be looking for ABET-accredited BS or MS in Engineering. However, they may be willing to consider degrees in science and engineering-related majors if you have completed certain prerequisites. Do you have a degree from a non-ABET accredited program? You could be expected to provide GRE scores.

Note: Online PhD students are going to have difficulty gaining practical experience teaching undergraduates. So if you’re aiming for an academic pathway, we’d urge you to think about applying for an on-campus PhD program .

Online DEng Degrees in Energy

DEng stands for “Doctor of Engineering.” It’s a degree that means different things in different countries. In East Asia, it can be the equivalent of a PhD. But in the United States, it’s usually a practice-based qualification for folks who are interested in technical leadership & management positions. And although it contains applied research, it’s not designed to prepare you for academic or R&D positions.

To get a sense of what we mean, take a look at distance learning programs like Texas A&M’s Online DEng or JHU’s Online DEng . You’ll notice that:

• The DEng is shorter than a PhD (e.g. 3 years vs. 4-5 years).
• Funding for your degree could come from an industry or public sector partner.
• Coursework often includes business topics such as finance, product innovation, and project management.
• The final research project might be a portfolio of prototypes, plans & patent applications or a mandatory professional internship instead of 5-chapter dissertation.

Since this is a doctorate that’s focused on practice & application, many folks pursue an Online DEng after earning an MS and spending some time working in an engineering sector. If you’re involved in an energy field, do some groundwork to find out if the program can be adjusted to suit your goals. For instance, Penn State’s Online DEng includes specific electives in renewable energy & sustainability systems.

Online JD Degrees in Energy Law

A Juris Doctor (JD) is required to take the bar exam and practice law in the United States. You can pursue one after you’ve earned a bachelor’s degree. And—thanks to schools like the ABA-accredited Vermont Law School—you can even earn an Online Hybrid JD with a concentration in energy law.

You don’t need to earn a JD in order to gain legal expertise. There are a number of online master’s programs in energy law that are open to BS and MS applicants who’d like a better understanding of the topic. The JD is specifically designed for folks who wish to practice as attorneys.

Online Doctorate in Energy: What to Look For

Institutional & program accreditation.

Online doctorates in energy are unusual. Although your academic transcript won’t say “Online PhD,” hiring committees can easily look up the program. So it never hurts to be prepared for some challenging questions from employers. For instance, they may want to know if your degree has:

• Regional Accreditation: All of the universities in our listings have been accredited by one of six regional accrediting organizations (e.g. HLC) in the USA.
• Engineering Accreditation: Any Online PhD in Energy Engineering should come from a College or School of Engineering that also offers ABET-accredited programs. (ABET doesn’t accredit doctorates.)
• Law School Accreditation: Any Online JD in Energy Law should come from an ABA-accredited law school.

Energy Research Credentials

Research is usually the factor that makes or breaks your doctoral experience. Pick a doctoral program that has dedicated engineering professors and fascinating industry projects and you’re golden. Pick one without those factors, and you’ll be chewing the walls at every step of the process. You’re about to spend years exploring a research topic—choose your school wisely.

• Start by investigating what’s happening within the College of Engineering and its associated partners (e.g. UND’s Institute for Energy Studies and Energy & Environmental Research Center ).
• Contact faculty who are working in your areas of interest—do they have suggestions for exciting realms of research? Do they have alternative ideas you haven’t thought of?
• Think about whether you’d be a good fit for the program. Read through a list of recent dissertation topics or final research projects. Find out where graduates are now employed.
• Inquire if there’s PhD funding available for students in your area of research. Is that funding likely to remain stable?
• Consider whether your potential PhD research project ideas are viable within the online program. For example, online students would be capable of completing a dissertation designed around computational modeling; a wet-lab research project may only be possible for students physically located on campus.

Remember, too, that you’re not alone in this quest! Many PhD and DEng graduates who belong to industry organizations and appear on sites such as LinkedIn are open to providing advice. They can point you towards a great research group or away from a program that’s losing its respect in the industry.

Program Flexibility & On-Campus Requirements

If you’re searching for online PhD or DEng programs, we’re assuming that you’ve got a full calendar. When you’re putting together your shortlist, be sure to ask the program coordinator how the program is structured. Online doctoral degrees in energy or energy engineering often contain:

• Asynchronous & Synchronous Elements: Asynchronous means you can study on your own time. Lectures may be prerecorded and discussion threads & chat rooms may be left open for contributions. Synchronous learning involves real-time elements like Zoom chats and virtual classes in the evenings or weekends.
• On-Campus Requirements: For example, UND’s Online PhD in Energy Engineering   contains a minimum of three campus visits with a presentation for each visit. Most PhD programs will want to see you in person for your oral presentation for your qualifying exam and PhD dissertation defense; others will require specific periods on campus (say 1-2 semesters). DEng programs may be a little more flexible.

Think about how you’re going to incorporate courses and independent research into your life. Can you reduce your work schedule to part-time hours? Can you take a year or two off when you start writing up your dissertation?  PhD programs are typically full-time affairs with punishing schedules. Chat to current students and recent alumni to get a sense of how they’re managing their studies.

Career Preparation & Industry Connections

Whether you’re currently employed in an energy position or hoping to explore new realms of research, you still deserve to have job support. Look for online doctoral programs that build career elements into each year of the degree. Will there be:

• Opportunities to submit papers or patents to important peer-reviewed journals?
• Funding available for subsidized travel to academic conferences, research facilities, and industry meetings?
• Help in applying for energy-related postdoctoral fellowships & programs (e.g. NREL’s Director’s Fellowship , the CSEI Postdoctoral Research Fellowship , the Stanford Energy Postdoctoral Fellowship , etc.)?
• Internships, practicum experiences, or work-related projects that are embedded in the coursework?
• Mentoring and networking opportunities?

Each doctoral program is going to have a different support system in place. Some online PhD degrees may be focused on prepping you for hyper-specific research positions. But others could be designed to help engineers in senior management understand complex energy systems. Dig around a little before making your decision.

Online Doctorate in Energy FAQs

What jobs are available for online phd in energy graduates.

We’ll start by noting that a large quantity of jobs in energy fields are open to BS or MS graduates. Many folks in senior-level positions have a sturdy MS, relevant work experience, and the right certifications & licenses (e.g. PE, CEM®, PMP®, etc.).

However, an on-campus or online PhD is going to come in handy if you are looking at roles such as:

• Senior Researcher
• Manager/Director of Research Groups
• R&D Positions
• University Professor
• Energy Consultant
• Government Advisor

Big-name energy companies may prefer to hire PhD graduates for corporate research and design & development teams. The same holds true for research-focused government agencies & labs. When in doubt, look up the names of people working for companies & labs that you admire. What level of degree do they hold?

Should I Earn an Online PhD in Engineering or Online DEng?

Online PhD: Professionals who want to delve into groundbreaking research, contribute something new to their field, and qualify for R&D openings should consider the Online PhD in Energy Engineering . With a PhD, you’ll also be eligible to teach undergraduates.

Online DEng: Mid-career folks who wish to advance in their practice and use existing knowledge to solve real-world problems can also investigate the Online DEng in Energy Fields . DEng graduates may serve as adjuncts, but they’re not hired as university professors.

Can I Earn an Online PhD in Energy While I’m Working?

Absolutely. It’s not going to be easy, but many PhD students in engineering and energy fields work full-time and study part-time. As always, we recommend you speak to recent alumni to ask them how they made it through the gauntlet. You should find opportunities to incorporate your dissertation research into your workplace.

Will an Online Doctorate in Energy Be Respected?

  It depends on the reputation of the school and the rigor of the program. As we mentioned, it’s not going to say “Online PhD” or “Online DEng” on your academic transcript. But hiring committees know how to use search engines. Make sure your university has a sturdy track record in engineering and solid job placements for graduates.

How Much Does an Online Doctorate in Energy Cost?

Unlike on-campus PhD programs, which are often fully or partially funded, online PhD programs come with a substantial price tag. For a distance learning PhD in an energy-related engineering field, you could be paying $15,000-$30,000 per year for tuition & fees. Or, to put it another way, around $900-$1,500 per credit. Public universities such as UND may offer a tuition discount to in-state residents. But it’s still going to be a costly prospect.

Online DEng programs tend to have a higher per credit cost (e.g. $1,000-$1,600 per credit), but they’re also shorter than PhD programs. And they’re usually subsidized by employers or industrial partners. Speaking of which…

How Can I Pay for an Online Doctorate in Energy?

The best way to find funding for an online PhD or DEng in energy is to talk to your employer. You can cut down on your price tag substantially with industry support. If they’re willing to help subsidize your education & research, enroll in a reasonable part-time plan of study. You’ll continue working and they won’t be hit with a huge bill every semester.

You’ll still have to investigate the usual options for graduate funding—including loans, scholarships, fellowships, and savings—but you don’t have to do this alone. Make a time to chat with the program coordinator about your situation. They may be able to direct you to special education opportunities from research labs and companies.

All Online Energy PhD Programs

8 Schools Found

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

College of Engineering

Fort Collins, Colorado

Doctor of Engineering in Systems Engineering

Offered Online

Ph.D. in Systems Engineering

Institute of production and recording.

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Doctorate of Mechanical Engineering in Engineering Mechanics - Alternative Fuels and Renewable Energy Focus

North dakota, university of north dakota.

Grand Forks, North Dakota

Doctor in Philosophy (PhD) in Energy Engineering

Lewis & clark college.

College of Arts and Sciences

Portland, Oregon

JD Certificate in Energy, Innovation, and Sustainability Law

Pennsylvania, pennsylvania state university-main campus.

Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education

University Park, Pennsylvania

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural, Environmental, and Regional Economics - Energy Economics, Policy and Systems

Pennsylvania state university-world campus.

School of Engineering Design and Innovation

Doctor of Engineering (Renewable Energy and Sustainability Systems Courses)

The university of tennessee.

Tickle College of Engineering

Knoxville, Tennessee

Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering - Energy Science and Engineering

Vermont law school.

Institute for Energy and the Environment

South Royalton, Vermont

Juris Doctor (JD) in Energy Law

Online PhD in Global  Energy Policy

@ EUCLID | An Intergovernmental University An affordable, fully online doctoral program with an intergovernmental mandate and proven track-record of training world-class civil servantdiplomats and experts. Breadcrumbs: Home (Direct Links) | DGEP Landing Page Mobile-friendly equivalent: not available (this page is mobile-friendly)  EUCLID Programs page: https://www.euclid.int/degreecourses.asp?DegreeIndex=92

EUCLID (Pôle Universitaire Euclide | Euclid University), an international intergovernmental organization with university mandate, offers to intergovernmental and national civil servants (as well as select students from the general public) a specialized external degree program called the EUCLID Online Ph.D. in Global Energy Policy (DGEP) . This field of study or specialization covers the full scope of energy-related issues from a policy perspective, including fossil-fuel energy, renewable energy options and even nuclear energy. It is the only fully online PhD program in this field organized by an intergovernmental ( treaty-based ) organization and officially used by diplomats and civil servants over 4 continents. Alumni, students and faculty include current and former ambassadors, minister- counsellors, etc.

Global Energy Resilience

Global Energy Policy experts are post-graduate graduates with a proven ability to contextualize, analyze, document and explain energy options available to government bodies and enterprises. The ability to rely on quantitative and engineering experts is especially important to ensure credibility and soundness of analysis.

Become an  Expert

EUCLID provides comprehensive training cover both the academic as well as professional aspects of a doctoral-level program, including: academic writing (journal publications), grant-writing, communications technologies, resume building, etc.

Academic Presentation

EUCLID's Ph.D. in Global Energy Policy represents 90 US credits (120 ECTS) of coursework beyond the Bachelor's. In practice, students may enter the program with a relevant Master's degree, complete 30 to 35 US credits of core doctoral courses, followed by the actual writing of the dissertation in 5 phases. The resulting thesis should be a publishable book offering a clear contribution to the field and establishing the author as a subjet-matter expert.

Focus & Specializations

Among the suggested areas of focus are: - Global energy diplomacy -  Small Islands / Small States issues - Energy / Climate Change issues - Petroleum / fossil fuel policy - Sustainable development - IGOs and non-governmental organizations - Nation-specific dissertations.

Admissions + Program Brochure

For more information on a specific point, please contact the admissions office. applicants should have a master’s degree or its international equivalent, awarded by a recognized institution (usually listed in the unesco-iau whed system or handbook). fluency in english (spoken and written) is required and will be tested.  students are expected to be in position to dedicate 10 to 15 effective hours of study on a weekly basis..

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EARN OFFICIAL, VERIFIABLE CERTIFICATES

“Having certificates that accurately document how you have evolved over time, I feel, will be invaluable over the course of a career” — Prof. R. A. Lue, Harvard University  Get recognized for your knowledge when you earn course (module) completion certificates from EUCLID (Euclid University), and use it to demonstrate your determination and competency to become a specialized expert in the field of energy studies. All completed courses are eligible for certificate issuance, with additional fees for Accredible issuance. Disclaimer: The visual representation of the certificate here serves as an exemplar, and may be subject to change at the discretion of the University.

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Online PhD in Global Energy Policy

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Online (Asynchonous)

USD 169 per credit hour

Scholarships

Full (officials of PS); 15% off (ECOWAS and IGOs)

EUCLID’s online master in Energy Studies is closely related to the EUCLID’s MBA program in the same field. The difference is that the MBA program offers a strong MBA core + energy courses, whereas the MSc focuses exclusively and more deeply on energy technologies, issues, and policies.

EUCLID’s MBA in Energy Studies offers a strong MBA core capped with high-level courses covering oil and gas, renewable energy, energy business issues, etc. Graduates can expect to complete the program transformed and enhanced in their ability to make a difference in the global energy business.

This program exists in two variants: MSc in Energy Studies and MSc in Renewable Energy Studies. The online master in Renewable Energy is  listed in the IRENA database . (Note: IRENA is the UN-affiliated intergovernmental organization dedicated to renewable energy policy, but it does not have a university charter. This program relies heavily on publications and papers publishers by IRENA. EUCLID’s ECOWAS headquarters state, The Gambia, is a full Member State of IRENA).

Academic Presentation

Energy is a major cause of concern for government agencies as well as for economic actors globally. In the wake of the Fukushima disaster, the future of nuclear energy is in question, but what can replace it? Solar, wind, thorium or some yet to be discovered technology? Oil itself – the miraculous energy source of the late 20th century, is widely believed to be peaking, and yet output is at an all-time high and prices still very low. What is the outlook for the next 20 years and what are the implications for private and public organizations alike?

These are some of the critical topics covered in EUCLID’s unique online Master in Energy Studies – unique because offered by an international intergovernmental organization committed to sustainable development, and unique for being delivered completely is distance / online format. The EUCLID online master in energy studies is also unique for blending science and technology with economics and finance to offer a comprehensive coverage of this broad topic.

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Energy Institute at Haas

Graduate Student Affiliates Of EI

Energy institute graduate student affiliates.

The Energy Institute trains the next generation of energy and environmental economists. We seek exceptional students interested in pursuing research in energy and environmental economics. UC Berkeley PhD students who are completing their first year of coursework are eligible to apply. Graduate Student Affiliates are not guaranteed an offer of a GSR position each semester, but available GSR positions are typically allocated to GSAs.

The Energy Institute typically draws from the programs listed below. The Energy Institute is not a degree-granting program. See each program’s website for information about applying:

• Agricultural & Resource Economics Department
• Economics Department
• Energy & Resources Group
• Goldman School of Public Policy
• Haas School of Business
• Industrial Engineering and Operations Research Department

Strong interest and skills in economics, data analysis, econometrics and programming are essential. Knowledge of energy markets is beneficial. GSAs who intend to pursue a dissertation with application to energy markets, regulation, or policy are especially encouraged to apply. Information about openings is sent to the departments listed above each spring.

We do not offer visiting GSA positions, even in cases where the graduate student would be self-funded.

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Online PhD in Global Climate and Energy Policy

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USD 145 per credit hour

Scholarships

Full (officials of CW and EPS); 15% off (IGOs)

Degree Issuance

EUCLID (Euclid University) + Dual degree with EULER (post 11/2024 / AAC completion)

EULER Credits | ECTS

240 (Bachelor) + 80-120 (Master) | +240 (PhD)

EUCLID Credits | US CH

120 (Bachelor) + 40 (Master) | +55-60 (PhD)

In partnership with EUCLID (Pôle Universitaire Euclide | Euclid University), an international intergovernmental organization with university mandate, EULER offers to general public student a specialized external degree program called the EUCLID Online Ph.D. in Global Climate and Energy Policy .

This field of study or specialization covers the full scope of climate-related and global energy issues from a policy perspective.

It is  the only fully online PhD program in this field organized in cooperation with an intergovernmental ( treaty-based ) organization (EUCLID) and officially used by diplomats and civil servants over 4 continents. Alumni, students and faculty include current and former ambassadors, minister-counsellors, etc.

EULER's academic partner is an accredited intergovernmental observer at the United Nations Climate Change conference (COP), which offers unique avenues of high-level interactions and career opportunities to students and graduates.

Academic Presentation

EUCLID's Ph.D. in Global Climate and Energy Policy represents 90 US credits (120 ECTS) of coursework beyond the Bachelor's.

In practice, students may enter the program with a relevant Master's degree, complete 30 to 35 US credits of core doctoral courses, followed by the actual writing of the dissertation in 5 phases. The resulting thesis should be a publishable book offering a clear contribution to the field and establishing the author as a subject-matter expert.

Focus & Specializations

Among the suggested areas of focus are:

- Climate Resilience - Energy Transition Policies - Climate Change diplomacy including COP - Small Islands / Small States issues - Cosmic Cycle approaches - Sustainable Development Goals - IGOs and non-governmental organizations - Nation-specific dissertations.

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Doing Your PhD in Energy and Environmental Economics at Harris

If you are considering a PhD in energy and environmental economics, or if you are a professor advising such a student, we encourage you to consider a PhD in Public Policy from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. Between the large (and still growing!) energy and environmental faculty group within Harris, related faculty in other units, and the intellectual hub provided by the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago ( EPIC ), we believe that Harris is one of the very best places for PhD students to come study research problems at the intersection of energy and the environment, in both the developed and developing world.

The faculty group focused on energy and the environment has grown substantially in the past few years. At Harris, you will have the opportunity to take courses from and work with Fiona Burlig , Steve Cicala , Eyal Frank , Michael Greenstone , Koichiro Ito , Amir Jina , Ryan Kellogg , and Bob Rosner . We are currently on the market for yet more faculty in this area.

The total size of a Harris PhD cohort is modest—roughly 10 students per year total—so that admitted students receive a level of personal attention from faculty that is unusual for programs of this caliber. Beyond the core Harris energy faculty, students also have the opportunity to work with and learn from Harris’s deep bench of applied microeconomists and political economists, including faculty such as Oendrila Dube and Austin Wright who have studied the relationship between energy resources and conflict. Outside of Harris, our students can work with and learn from faculty in other units who work on energy and the environment, including Thom Covert , Elizabeth Moyer , Mark Templeton , and Bob Topel .

Like all Harris PhDs, students focusing on energy and the environment take a rigorous first-year course sequence on economics, econometrics, and political science. In their second year, students then take a three-quarter sequence on energy and environmental economics. This sequence is currently taught by Professors Greenstone, Kellogg, and Ito. These second-year courses are complemented by a suite of options for additional coursework in other economic subfields and in applied econometrics. Our students regularly enroll in PhD courses offered by the University of Chicago’s Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics.

New for 2018-2019, students will be able to apply for a traineeship program in Data Science for Energy and Environmental Research , funded by a $3 million grant from the NSF. This program is aimed at Harris PhD students who are particularly interested in learning frontier data science methods and applying these tools to interdisciplinary problems at the intersection of food, energy, water, and the environment. Harris PhD students who are admitted as trainees will receive two years of tuition and stipend support through this program. All Harris PhDs will have access to courses and workshops offered through this traineeship, which will include interdisciplinary offerings in data science and the geosciences.

Beyond formal classroom training, the rich seminar culture at Chicago offers many opportunities to see presentations of cutting-edge research. Options include the EPIC energy and environment lunch workshop , Harris public policy and economics workshop , Harris development lunch , Becker-Friedman workshop , and Booth applied economics workshop , among others. Students have opportunities to obtain feedback on their own work at both the EPIC lunch and the Harris Monday PhD workshop .

We encourage students from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our diverse faculty is a complementary resource that enables students to explore a wide range of research questions in energy and the environment. While we do expect our entering students to have a strong math background—multivariate calculus and statistical coursework are minima—do not let doubts about your technical training prevent you from applying. If we admit you, it’s because we think you’re smart enough to handle our technical PhD courses, and because we’re committed to providing the mathematical training you need.

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Energy Economics

The School of Economics is offering a full studentship for a MRes+PhD in Energy Economics to research on areas related to economics, applied econometrics and social acceptability of Electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure.

Application deadline

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• UK/international fees covered
• Yearly stipend of £18,622.

Supervised by

Dr Mona Chitnis

Dr Christopher Jones

The School of Economics is offering a full studentship for an MRes+PhD in Energy Economics to research on areas related to economics, applied econometrics and social acceptability of Electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure. We are particularly interested in topics related to consumers, demand, EV fast charging, willingness to pay, and socio-political, community or end-user acceptance. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr Mona Chitnis (Economics, University of Surrey), and Dr Chris Jones (Psychology, University of Portsmouth). The PhD research is expected to be a combination of energy economics and environmental or social Psychology. The candidate is free to choose the specific research topic under the umbrella of EV , and would be committed to PhD completion under the above mentioned supervision. The candidate will be expected to contribute to high quality co-authored research outputs.

This PhD studentship would be suitable for a candidate interested in energy and environmental issues based on applied econometrics, applied microeconomics, applied behavioural economics and environmental or social psychology. The successful candidate ideally will have some experience of energy economics, and background in applied econometrics, applied microeconomics, and social scientific research methods.

The candidate will be part of the interdisciplinary FEVER ( Future Electric Vehicle Energy Networks supporting Renewables) project funded by EPSRC, and is expected to collaborate with other external project members where appropriate and participate in FEVER meetings and activities.

The candidate will be a member of Surrey Energy Economics Centre (SEEC) and will be expected to play an active role in the academic life of SEEC by helping with SEEC related activities.

MRes+PhD programme

The University of Surrey’s  MRes Economics  programme is designed to prepare you for a research career in academia or in international organisations around the world. The course provides the standard entry route to the  PhD Economics  programme, providing the foundation towards doctoral research.

The MRes provides cutting-edge training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and research methods and is, on successful completion, followed by the  PhD  programme lasting three to four years during which students take advanced PhD field courses and work on their research. 

In our vibrant research-focused department, you’ll learn from academics at the frontier of their research fields. You’ll be able to develop specialist skills and techniques, benefitting from small cohorts and high-quality interaction with our lecturers. Students will have the opportunity to present their research in the weekly research seminars and financial support to present in international conferences and for overseas research stays is available. 

The programme also provides tailored training to prepare our students for the academic job market placing them in the best economics departments in the UK and overseas. Our students have been placed in teaching and research positions in leading economics departments in the UK and in Europe, in senior roles in central banks and international institutions across the world, and in leading positions in the private sector.

We offer generous studentships for the duration of the MRes/PhD course for those with strong research potential, covering international fees, a yearly stipend (£18,622 in 2022-23) and a yearly research allowance. In exchange, students deliver moderate amount of tutorial teaching/marking/research assistance providing our students with useful teaching and research skills.

According to the latest THE (Times Higher Education), the School of Economics is in the top ten of economics departments in the UK and was ranked in the UK’s top 10 for world-leading research in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

About FEVER project

Transition to low-carbon is one of the key goals for this century to ensure the effects of man-made climate change are limited, and perhaps, mitigated. Through the electrification of transport, polluting fossil fuels and the harmful emissions generated by their consumption can be significantly reduced. The E-transport paradigm is challenging due to the introduction of large energy demands on the electricity supply grid, requirement for the installation of a national charging infrastructure, limited battery capacity leading to range anxiety, uncertainties around cost and user experience, including the expectation that vehicle fuels can be replenished within just a few minutes, to name but a few. These issues span the whole of society and have wide reaching implications: if the Electric Vehicle (EV) experience is not "satisfactory" then consumers will be reluctant to make the switch. Find out more about the overall FEVER project aims .

The School of Economics

With over 40 members from more than 15 countries, the School of Economics at the University of Surrey enjoys a strong reputation for Research and Teaching in Economics, built upon a commitment to high quality, rigorously founded applied and theoretical research, often of direct policy significance. Our research is at the forefront of the field and informs our teaching, ensuring that what you learn is topical, relevant and has societal impact. We have recently invested heavily to recruit staff whose innovative work is having a large impact on international research agendas, as also evidenced by being ranked 10th in the UK in the most recent research assessment exercise (REF2021). Surrey Energy Economics Centre (SEEC) in the School of Economics has a long-standing tradition of energy economics research and has gone through many phases often consistent with the changing energy landscape.

The University of Surrey The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. With a beautiful and vibrant campus, we provide exceptional teaching and practical learning to inspire and empower our students for personal and professional success. Through our world-class research and innovation, we deliver transformational impact on society and shape future digital economy through agile collaboration and partnership with businesses, governments and communities.

Eligibility criteria.

Open to any UK or international candidates.

Typically, applicants are expected to hold an undergraduate degree with first class honours in a relevant discipline and a masters degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent qualifications), but we also accept applications from outstanding candidates without a masters degree. Typically a recent GRE general test result (Quantitative Reasoning part only) is required for entry to our MRes/PhD programme, but this is not necessary for previous Surrey students.

English language requirements - IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element or other equivalent tests are accepted. For detailed entry requirements, including the country specific requirements, please  visit the MRes programme page .

How to apply

To apply for the PhD studentship in Energy Economics, alongside the other documents, you are also encouraged to submit a maximum of a two-page research proposal describing your proposed research topic related to this studentship. This should include your research question(s) or hypothesis, brief background and literature review, methodology and data description, and references. Proposal is not essential but desirable.

For an informal questions regarding this studentship, please contact Dr Mona Chitnis via email [email protected] . Find out more about our funded studentships .

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Plinovodi Ltd., is Independent Transmission Operator (ITO) - company managing the natural gas transmission network on national level in the Republic of Slovenia, in EU. Our customers are large industrial users and local distributors, as well as cross-border shippers of natural gas. Natural gas is transported over pipeline network with the total length of 1.155 km.

Through our mission – we connect people and energy – with passion, we provide energy transmission and opportunities for energy supply and we are committed to reliability, safety and expertise, and strive for technological and social advancement. We create space for synergy between people, industry and environment.

In day-to-day operations we live our values – knowledge and professionalism, dedication, creativity, responsibility, respect, trust, integrity and self-initiative. Our people are the most important capital and our leadership is based on responsibility, inspiration and personal example .

Company's main development directions are promotion of use and transmission of natural gas, development of international connections and relations, sustainable growth and development, active cooperation within the value chain and advocacy of modern energy solutions.

Through our vision as a growing gas infrastructure pillar, connected with the environment and integrated into the international space, providing efficient energy solutions for people's needs we believe in our future development. A gaze into the future is taking into consideration the existing economic, climate and technological development of the natural gas market of the last decade, which reveals also new possibilities. Safe, reliable and competitive transmission of natural gas is not only a pillar of our rich history but also of time ahead of us.

Bogaziçi University’s vision is to be a leading institution of higher education, one that shapes the future through being a pioneer in education, teaching, and research. The primary tenets of our vision are to

• Enrich the education and teaching experiences with innovative and creative approaches;
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• Non-discriminatory access to the distribution network in compliance with regulation

The Florence School of Regulation (FSR) was established in 2004 as an independent knowledge hub which brings together Regulators, Policy Makers, Academia and Industry to share the most innovative thinking in energy regulation.

Today the FSR operates as a global platform, engaging in the development of research, training and policy dialogue in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, and beyond. The FSR is supported by an International Faculty of leading academics and practitioners, and it benefits from the contribution and advice of +300 global experts in the sector.

Institutionally, the FSR sits as a programme of the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies of the European University Institute in Florence, Europe’s intergovernmental institution for doctoral and postdoctoral studies and research.

• Promote development of Energy and Water Supply Sectors within the competence of the Commission;
• Create legal basis and balance consumers’ and regulated companies’ interests for the purpose of effective regulation of the sectors;
• Implement new standards of transparency and independence in the tariff setting process.

The internationally top-ranked Khalifa University is the one university in the UAE with the research and academic programs that address the entire range of strategic, scientific and industrial challenges facing the UAE’s knowledge economy transformation and our rapidly evolving world. Its world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities provide an unparalleled learning experience to students from the UAE and abroad. The university brings together the best in science, technology and engineering in the UAE, to offer specialized degrees that can take promising high school graduates all the way to top-rated doctorate degree holders

The Market Surveillance Administrator is a public agency created to promote the fair, efficient, and openly competitive operation of the electricity and retail natural gas markets in Alberta, Canada. It does this by undertaking surveillance, analysis, and public reporting related to these markets and by enforcing the applicable legislation, regulations, market rules, and reliability standards.

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Energy is one of the most fundamental requirements of society. It influences almost everything we do, from finance and industry to politics and commerce. We rely on it for the simplest tasks like b oiling a kettle or turning on a lightbulb and it drives changes in global economies and world markets.

An Energy Economics, Management and Conservation PhD programme represents the apex of academic study in this field and informs many of the decisions made by international organisations and governments. To study it, you’ll need strong postgraduate credentials and a proposal for a piece of original research which you’ll perform and write about during your PhD.

There are currently 12 universities in the UK which offer this course and they offer a truly interdisciplinary academic experience which is extremely relevant to global business.

What to Expect

You can expect to study for three to six years and perform a significant amount of self-directed study, exploring topics relevant to your proposal which might include renewable energy economics, energy policy analysis and environmental sustainability. You may collaborate with your university industry partners and other organisations within the wider research community.

The main focus of the PhD is a dissertation project, which you’ll write under the supervision of your academic tutor and once graduated, you’ll be an authority in your area of the field, ready to find meaningful work in energy economics, policy analysis or sustainable energy research.

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