Bachelor of Science in Enviromental and Energy Engineering
180 ECTS credits
Study programme
The present and future demand energy solutions that are smarter and more efficient. As a Bachelor of Science in Energy and Environmental Engineering, you will acquire technical expertise that makes you highly sought after in the job market, with excellent career prospects. Our program combines theoretical engineering science with practical applications in industry and society. After completing the three-year degree, you have the option to continue your studies for an additional two years to earn a Master of Science in Engineering.
Education level:
Basic level
Prerequisites
General entry requirements + Physics 2, Chemistry 1, Mathematics 3c/Mathematics D
While studying
Education
As a student in our program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how electricity and energy supply systems are structured globally. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and engineering skills, you will learn to conduct system analyses aimed at developing more sustainable solutions.Your studies will include thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat and mass transfer, providing the foundation to understand heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in buildings and industry, water purification systems, power and district heating production systems, drying technologies, and much more. Our program maintains a strong connection to practical applications and collaborates closely with companies and organizations in the energy and environmental sectors.
The Swedish Higher Education Authority has awarded our program the rating "Very High Quality," and our students benefit from close interaction with dedicated faculty members in their daily studies.
When undertaking your degree project, you will have excellent opportunities to do so abroad, thanks to our well-established international networks.
Examination
There are no set examination periods, and generally no final exam at the end of a semester, an academic year, or a complete study programme. Examination usually takes place at the end of each course, module, or unit.Professional Contact
Many programme courses include visits to corporate and municipal energy and purification plants where students meet with engineers who describe their tasks. Problems and data from the plants are used to practise solving problems related to the students' future work. Many companies approach us to offer information of their operations with a view to recruiting future employees. Graduates are also invited to share their experiences of studying and working.Course of study
| Semester 1 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Energy systems in buildings (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Sustainable Development for Engineering (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Fluid mechanics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Air and flue gas treatment, Environmental technology I (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 2 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Mathematics for Engineers I (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Mathematics for Engineers II (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Heat- and Mass Transfer (Obligatory) | 15 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 3 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Technical thermal dynamics (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Sustainable energy system project (Obligatory) | 15 |
| Sustainable electricity system (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 4 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Building Services Engineering (Obligatory) | 15 |
| Wastewater treatment and industrial symbiosis, Environmental technology II (Obligatory) | 10 |
| Soil and water, Environmental technology III (Obligatory) | 5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 5 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Energy and Environmental Systems Analysis (Obligatory) | 30 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 6 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Energy and Environmental Technology: Degree Project (Elective) | 22.5 |
| Optional course (Optional) | 7.5 |
| Energy and Environmental Technology: Degree Project (Elective) | 15 |
| Energy and Environmental Technology: Degree Project (Elective) | 15 |
| Energy and Environmental Technology: Degree Project (Elective) | 30 |
Total ECTS credits:
30*
*Full-time study always equals 30 ECTS credits per semester (20 weeks).
Please note - not all programmes offer elective or optional courses.
Elective course: Students are free to choose among certain alternative courses, often depending on their choice of specialisation.
Optional course: Students are free to choose any course offered at Karlstad University or at other universities. Courses listed are examples of recommended or frequently chosen courses for a specific programme.
Academic year and program evaluations
Start semester Autumn 2013
Start semester Autumn 2014
Start semester Autumn 2015
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Start semester Autumn 2021
Start semester Autumn 2022
Future prospects
Employment Market
Future employers are often companies involved in district heating, industrial energy systems (for instance, paper and pulp producers), heating, ventilation, air conditioning and municipal water treatment. The employment market is broad and our former students have found jobs in many different areas. If you wish to work with environmental management, the combination of technical and environmental qualifications is highly appreciated on the labour market. As an engineer you have many choices. After a few years work experience you may target product development, or the development of different cleaning or energy systems. Engineers often have managing positions. The employment market is good at present. Normally our students have a qualified job within six months of graduation. In a global perspective water and energy issues are gaining importance and there are good job opportunities abroad. Our programme is highly regarded in the business and several companies are actively recruiting from the programme.Degree
Bachelor of Science in Energy and Environmental EngineeringFurther Studies
The education is part of the new flexible education structure in Europe. With your degree you can, provided that you have the necessary mandatory courses, continue your studies aiming for a masters degree in computer science, either at Karlstad University or at other universities in Europe. Studies at the advanced level make you eligible for doctoral studies.Tuition fees
- Total fee: 450,000 SEK
- Per semester / First payment: 75,000 SEK
You do not have to pay tuition fees if you are an exchange student or a citizen of a country within the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland.