MSc Master of Science Environmental transition and energy management
Informations
- Degree title : MSc Master of Science Environmental Transition and Energy Management
- Level : Level 7 degree (Master’s level – Bac +5) delivered by Esaip
- Validation : 2 Years program equivalent to 120 ECTS
- Language of instruction : English
Campus Angers
Program Overview
The MSc Environmental Transition and Energy Management aims to meet the needs of companies operating in the fields of energy and environmental transition by combining technical expertise with managerial skills developed throughout the program.
- Delivered over two years, the programme trains future engineers and experts in the following areas :
- Renewable energy systems (solar, wind, biomass, hydropower),
- Environmental monitoring and protection,
- Sustainable development strategies,
- Energy policies, project management and environmental regulations.
Upon completion of the program, graduate students will have both technical and management skills enabling them
Key benefits
The MSc « Environmental Transition and Energy Management » is a key program designed to prepare students in becoming highly sought-after experts for companies, offering :
Graduates may pursue careers in the following sectors:
- Specialised technical and managerial skills
- Future professionals well-versed in new regulations
- Innovative profiles able to make a real difference in organisations : sustainability strategy, competitiveness, interdisciplinary collaboration etc.
Course structure
The M.Sc. in Environmental Transition and Energy Management is delivered over four semesters (two academic years) and includes a total of 748 hours of face-to-face teaching, fully conducted on campus and in English at the Esaip (231 hours in Semester 1, 190 hours in Semester 2, 217 hours in Semester 3, and 110 hours in Semester 4 for the academic period). The teaching approach combines lectures, case studies, tutorials, group projects, professional seminars, and methodological workshops, following an active learning approach focused on innovation and professional development.
Semester 4 also includes a 4-to-6-month professional internship, leading to the completion of a master’s thesis (20 ECTS) supervised by both an academic tutor (teacher-researcher) and a company supervisor. Three methodological workshops prepare students for the thesis process. Assessment is based on continuous evaluation, intermediate deliverables, oral presentations, and a final defense before a jury.
Students benefit from individualized academic support, including tutoring and language assistance. Specific accommodations are provided for students with disabilities, both in the organization of courses and in assessment methods, in line with the School’s inclusion policy.
Program Curriculum
FIRST YEAR | 421H
BASICS OF ENERGY
Fundamentals of Renewable Energies | Heat Transfer | Fluid Mechanics | Thermal concept in Buildings.
BASICS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Environmental and pollution sciences | Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) | Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) | Basics of Circular Economy.
MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS 1
Project Management | Energy Economics and Policy | Oral and Written Communication.
INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ELECTIVE 1
French Language or English Language | Elective 1: Introduction to Data Science for Energy.
ENERGY TRANSITION
Alternative Energies | Solar Energy + Lab (software PVGIS) | Energy Efficiency in buildings + Lab (Software)
ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSITION
Industrial and Territorial Ecology | Environmental labeling | Sustainability Strategies (Waste management + Site Visits).
MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS 2
Environmental Risks Management | Technical Project
INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ELECTIVE 2
French Language or English Language | International Culture | Elective 2: Introduction to Artificiel Intelligent Applied for Renewable Energies.
SECOND YEAR | 327H
ENERGY
Solar Energy + Lab (software PVGIS) | Applied Project and Site Visits | Energy Audit + Lab (Software Pléiades).
ENVIRONMENT
Industrial and territorial ecology | Ecoconception and Circular Ecnomomy | Natural Environment Sciences.
MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS 3
International Energy Policies | Certification ISO50001 + Applied Project.
INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ELECTIVE 3
French Language or English Language | Elective 3: Introduction to Machine Learning – Energy Applications.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
Energy consumption monitoring + Lab (software) | Industrial Energy Management + Lab (software)
INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ELECTIVE 4
Tools for Internship preparation | Elective 4: TBD
FINAL YEAR PROJECT
4 to 6 months.
Target sectors
The MSc in Environmental Transition and Energy Management develops knowledgeable and competent leaders who are equipped not only to support organisations in meeting current regulatory and operational requirements, but also to anticipate future challenges and identify opportunities within the energy and environmental sectors.
Graduate students may pursue careers in the following sectors:
- Processing industries (food industries, phamaceuticals, chemicals, metallurgy…)
- Waste collection and treatment industries,
- Energy sector industries,
- Logistics and industrial maintenance,
- Construction and public works,
- Local and regional authorities (regions, departments, metropolitan areas, cities),
- Research and education institutions.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AFTER GRADUATION
ENERGY CONSULTANT
An energy consultant is a specialist who supports companies and local authorities in optimising energy consumption and energy production, while improving efficiency and sustainability.
ENERGY TRANSITION MANAGER
An energy transition manager oversees the development of renewable energies. They propose action plans to improve energy efficiency and contribute to energy cost management and the monitoring of energy systems.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY ENGINEER
An energy efficiency engineer aims to optimise energy consumption in buildings. He/she carries out energy audits upstream and work during the design phase of projects by performing thermal calculations.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGER
An environmental project manager implements environmental protection policies and programs within organisations to reduce the environmental impact of activities. He/she develops recommendations and propose sustainable solutions aligned with production or profitability objectives.
CSR MANAGER
A Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) manager supports companies in developping sustainable practices by reducing their environmental and social impact and implementing responsible strategies.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER
A sustainable development project manager oversees projectsis in charge of projects aiming at environmental protection, social development and economic growth within the company or institution they work for.
ApplicationExpert Architecture Logiciel
TUITION FEES
9 000€/year
CONTACT
CAMPUS
Campus Angers : 18 rue du 8 mai 1945,49180 Saint Barthélémy d’Anjou
