The University of Queensland, Australia

UQ’s Master of Sustainable Energy: A successful multidisciplinary model to educate leaders for a Net Zero future

The University of Queensland’s (UQ) Master of Sustainable Energy Program educates leaders for the transition to a Net Zero energy future. It provides a multidisciplinary learning experience with a focus on industry engagement through teaching, an advisory board and a dedicated alumni network. The Program has experienced significant growth since its inception in 2017, and graduates have achieved strong employment outcomes across more than 30 countries worldwide.

The target market is early-mid career professionals, with the flexible program allowing students to pivot their careers to focus on the future sustainability of energy generation and use.  The Program addresses a crucial workforce bottleneck, as Australia requires an additional 700,000 people in the energy workforce to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

UQ's Sustainable Energy Program serves as a successful model with its flexibility, multidisciplinary approach, and industry partnerships, which can be replicated across Australia to ensure a sustainable future.

Top 3 Learnings

1. Flexible course delivery attracts students looking to upskill or change careers to sustainable energy.
2. Embedded industry engagement ensures an agile curriculum and enhances the student experience and employability.
3. A multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning to help deliver modern, sustainable energy for all.