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Overview

Programme Overview

New Zealand is a world leader in – and ideally placed for – innovation in renewable energy. Gain industry insights and explore technological developments with our roster of internationally-recognised experts, and prepare to lead in a sustainable global sector that continuously evolves to meet our daily needs. With significant input from top researchers from the Geothermal Institute, you’ll be provided with up-to-date skills and knowledge that directly apply to the real world.

This flexible programme lets you focus on a field of energy while pursuing courses from the Faculty of Engineering and Design, Faculty of Science and Business School. We have recommended study tracks incorporating commonly chosen courses to fit the backgrounds of most students.

You will complete two core courses that provide overviews of the industry’s resource economics and technology issues. In our taught programme, you will also complete a research component that allows you to work on a problem relevant to industry, which may cover economic, environmental, technical, or regulatory issues. It is also possible to align your research with your employment. 

Programme Careers

Potential Careers

The MEnergy prepares you for high-ranking, advisory positions worldwide. Your career path depends on technical skills and research concentration. Being the in the Geothermal Institute’s flagship programme means you may take advantage of our strong relationships with industry, be it in harnessing networking opportunities or gaining the wide perspectives needed to reach your career goals.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Environmental scientist
  • Geophysicist
  • Management control superintendent
  • Market services analyst
  • Mineral resource specialist
  • Recycling and construction manager
  • Reservoir engineer
  • Risk and electricity market analyst

Further Study Options

Student career planning services

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Key Information for Students

Key Information for Students

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Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates

Programme Entry Requirements

Other qualifications

If your highest qualification was gained from another tertiary institution, view our entry requirements.


University of Auckland minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Taught (120 point) - 5.0 Grade Point Average 

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) or postgraduate study in science or commerce

Taught (180 point) - 5.0 Grade Point Average

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Commerce

Research (120 point) - 5.0 Grade Point Average

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) or postgraduate study in science or commerce

Research (180 point) - 5.0 Grade Point Average

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Commerce

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Postgraduate Requirements

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

Find a Supervisor

Depending on the type of programme you are pursuing, you may have the opportunity to complete a unique research project. To find out more about the research carried out at the University of Auckland and to identify potential supervisors, check out our researcher profiles.

Other Pathways to Study

Taught 120 points

You must have completed one of the following:

  • Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points of courses above Stage III
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Science from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Commerce and a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • an equivalent four-year study programme from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III 
  • a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III, and three years of relevant work experience


Taught 180 points

You must have completed either:

  • a Bachelor of Science from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II 
  • a Bachelor of Commerce from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II 
  • a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II 


Research 120 points

You must have completed one of the following:

  • Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points of courses above Stage III 
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Science from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • Bachelor of Commerce and a Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or have equivalent prior study
  • an equivalent four-year study programme from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III
  • a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III, and three years of relevant work experience


Research 180 points

You must have completed either:

  • a Bachelor of Science from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II 
  • a Bachelor of Commerce from this University with a GPA of 5.0 in 60 points above Stage II 
  • a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a GPA of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II 


If you do not meet the GPA requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0. 

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes. 

Fees and scholarships

Fees

Fees Disclaimer

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships

Scholarships and awards

Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.

Loans and Allowances

Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of Living

Cost of living

Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.

Advice on Programme Limits

This is a limited entry programme: there is a limit on the number of enrolments due to staff or space capacity. For more information, please see the Programme and Course Limitations section of the University Academic and General Statutes and Regulations.

Key Dates

Application Advice

Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Key Dates

SemesterApplication Closing DateSemester Start DateSemester End Date
2026 Semester One01 October 202502 March 202629 June 2026
2026 Semester Two03 April 202620 July 202616 November 2026

Other Important Dates

See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

Additional Information on Key Dates

The Master of Energy is now a limited entry programme, with only 40 students accepted into the programme each year.

For each round of selection applications are reviewed at the same time by the programme selection committee. You may receive a conditional offer prior to the final decision, which will be subject to you gaining programme leader approval. This is your application being assessed by the programme selection committee, and nothing further will be required from you at this stage.

Your application will be ranked based on your academic achievement in relevant tertiary study, and a qualitative assessment of your work experience to date. You will receive the final outcome of your application by 8 October for Semester One intake, and 8 April for Semester Two intake.

Regulations

Preamble

The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Admission

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 120 points must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III

or

(iii) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(iv) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University, and the Postgraduate Diploma in Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(v) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(vi) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce from this University, and the Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(vii) completed the requirements for an equivalent four-year study programme from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(viii) completed the requirements for an equivalent four-year study programme from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage III

or

(ix) (a) (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

and

(b) at least three years of relevant work experience approved by the Programme Director

or

b (i) completed the requirements for the qualifications as listed in 1a(i)–(ix), and not met the required Grade Point Average

and

(ii) passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher.

2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science or the Bachelor of Commerce from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science or the Degree of Bachelor of Commerce from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

or

(iii) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point

Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(iv) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

or

b (i) completed the requirements for one of the qualifications listed in 2a(i)–(iv), and not met the required Grade Point Average

and

(ii) passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher.

3 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 and 2 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

4 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Research or nominee if they determine that an applicant has a Bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind that is equivalent to one year of postgraduate study.

b In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 2 may be waived by the Associate Dean Postgraduate Research or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Notes:

(i) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Engineering and Design.

(ii) Whether a qualification is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Qualifications in energy, engineering, applied science, technology or geothermal energy may be considered relevant.

Duration and Total Points Value

5 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 4a must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 4b must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

Structure and Content

7 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Energy Schedule.

8 A student who has previously passed any course the same as, or similar to, the courses required for this degree must substitute an alternative course as approved by the Programme Director or nominee.

9 A student who has to complete 120 points for a Taught Masters must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in the first 45 points of courses taken for this degree. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Energy cannot continue.

10 A student who has to complete 180 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in the first 45 points of courses taken for this degree. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Energy cannot continue.

11 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

Research Component

12 a The research project or thesis is to be carried out under the supervision of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.

b The research project or thesis topic must be approved by the Programme Director or nominee prior to enrolment.

c The research project or thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Credit, Cross-credit and Reassignment

13 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Energy, Postgraduate Certificate in Energy or Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology.

Transfer from Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma

14 A student who has passed courses towards a Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology or a Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering that are available for this degree may reassign those courses to the Master of Energy provided that the postgraduate certificate has not been awarded.

Distinction

15 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Variations

16 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

Regulation Commencement or Amendment

17 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.

Schedule

Programme Schedules

Complete 120 to 180 points comprising:

  • Either:
  • 1 item from 120 points Requirements, or
  • 1 item from 180 points Requirements, and
  • 1 item from Academic Integrity Course

Academic Integrity Course

Complete exactly 1 of the following:

Graduate Profile and Programme Capabilities

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