The following Technion academic units participate in this interdisciplinary program: Aerospace Engineering ; Architecture and Town Planning; Biology; Bio-Medical Engineering; Biotechnology and Food Engineering; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Civil and Environmental Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Materials Science and Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Physics.
The Grand Technion Energy Program (GTEP) was set up to focus multidisciplinary expertise, research and teaching on the science needed to turn the current global energy crisis into an opportunity for progress. The unique graduate program supports a variety of research activities on campus, including alternative fuels; energy storage devices; renewable energy technologies and energy conservation.
GTEP provides a stimulating environment for interdisciplinary research, which is already attracting increasing numbers of top faculty and students. It is an expanding center of brainpower focused to recreate the power of the future.
In order to train the next generation of energy researchers and engineers, Technion has established its interdisciplinary graduate study program, under the auspices of GTEP.
The aim of the Energy Graduate Study Program is to give research structures through infrastructure and organization in order to attract and support highly motivated students from around the world who are eager to develop expertise in Energy.
Future energy researchers and engineers will need a broad and in-depth understanding in wide subjects, considered “classical” science & engineering, as well as knowledge in economics and policy. Thus, the proposed Energy study program will produce scientists, engineers and researchers with a broad view in any given energy related subject, and with a deep understanding of energy-related issues.
MSc Studies
The Interdisciplinary Energy Graduate Study Program offers the following degrees:
Master of Science in Energy Engineering – 18 credit points must be acquired and a research project completed. Additional credit points may be required, according to the background of the applicant.
- Master of Science in Energy – 30 credit points must be acquired and a research project completed. Additional credit points may be required, according to the background of the applicant.
- Master in Energy Engineering (ME) – Expertise in Natural Gas & Petroleum Engineering . 40 credit points must be acquired. Additional credit points may be required, according to the background of the applicant.
Acceptance Criteria
Candidates must hold Engineering or an Exact Sciences undergraduate diploma from an accredited university and have completed their undergraduate studies with a GPA equal to Israeli GPA of 82 can be accepted under the approval of the program’s acceptance committee.
In special cases, candidates with a GPA between 80 and 81.99, who possess relevant industrial background or work experience, will be considered for admission upon approval by the Interdisciplinary Energy Graduate Study Program Committee.
Candidates are required to allocate a research advisor prior to their admission to the program, and submit a short research proposal which will include scientific and engineering aspects in energy. All students must submit two recommendations from professors and undergo personal interviews.
Candidate with relevant working experience (at least 5 years), will be able to apply and will have to submit CV and two recommendations from the work place. Once the interdisciplinary energy graduate study program committee finds the candidate’s experience and academic achievements sufficient, the candidate will be able to be accepted to the program.
MSc Study Requirements
Affiliation Courses will focus on science, engineering and technology fields. Graduate courses will be from science and engineering fields as well as technology. Students must complete the program’s compulsory courses (4 points), a quantitative Research Methods course (3 points) and a GTEP one of six unique elective courses (2 points).
The reminder points can be chosen from existing courses given by participating faculties. Students of the “Masters of Science in Energy” track must complete at least four courses from the relevant courses list provided by the energy studies program secretary. Students holding a three year BSc and are required with affiliation courses: Up to10 points from the affiliation courses from undergraduate studies will be included at the 30 academic points requirement.
Registration to all courses should be approved by the research advisor and the interdisciplinary energy graduate study program committee’s head. The research will take place at one of the academic participate faculties. The research topic will include aspects of energy science and engineering as well, under the approval of the interdisciplinary energy graduate study program committee.
| Undergraduate Studies | Academic Points | Remarks Affiliation Courses | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate of Engineering | 18 | Submission of a thesis | According to need |
| Graduate of Engineering | 26 | Submission of a final project | According to need |
| Graduate of Exact Sciences | 30 | Submission of a thesis | According to need |
| Graduate of Exact Sciences | 38 | Submission of a final project | According to need |
GTEP Courses
Required Courses
| Course number | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 518001 | Technologies for Clean Energy | 2 points |
| 518002 | Global and National Energy Challenges | 2 points |
Elective Courses
| Course number | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 518003 | Economy and Management of Energy Systems | 2 points |
| 518004 | Advanced Heterogeneous Catalysis | 2 points |
| 518005 | Solar and Photovoltaic Energy | 2 points |
| 518006 | Bio-Mass Energy | 2 points |
| 518007 | Advanced Energy Transportation | 2 points |
| 518008 | Energy Innovation | 2 points |
PhD studies
Studies for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) are designed for students holding an MSc degree in Engineering or Exact Sciences with excellent achievements. Candidates’ evaluation is based on Technion Graduate School regulations. In addition to academic accomplishments, the candidate has to prove capabilities in conducting independent research.
Acceptance Criteria
A PhD candidate is required to allocate a research advisor prior to admission. Assistance from the Committee Director is available for foreign students to find an advisor. Candidates should also submit recommendations from two professors and undergo three personal interviews.
The Interdisciplinary Energy Committee will evaluate the candidate’s resume, accomplishments, a written proposal of his/her proposed research, and will interview him/her.
PhD Study Requirements
- Study of at least 8 credit points.
- Submission of a research proposal; defending it in front of a 5-member Referee Tribunal.
- Delivery of a seminar lecture before submission. The date and topic of the presentation will be published on-line in the Technion bulletin.
- Submission of a research thesis; defending it in front of a 3-member Referee Tribunal.
- Any other special requirements of the Energy interdisciplinary Committee.
Direct PhD
Students with excellent achievements in their MSc studies are encouraged to pursue a direct PhD track. Approval is subject to the Interdisciplinary Energy Committee. The student will be required to study – in addition to MSc courses – at least eight more credit points.
Special PhD Program
This program is designated for students holding a summa cum laude undergraduate degree. Admission terms are specified on the Technion Graduate School website.
More information
The Interdisciplinary Energy Graduate Study Program: +972-77- 8871933