Master of Engineering Program in Energy Technology

Program Name

Master of Engineering Program in Energy Technology (M.Eng. Energy Technology)

About the Department

Department of Interdisciplinary Engineering

Vision

To develop energy professionals capable of applying energy technology and management to solve practical energy challenges and support sustainable and low-carbon development at national and regional levels.

Mission

Program Educational Objective

The Master’s Program in Energy Technology aims to develop graduates who can:

Apply knowledge of energy technology, energy planning, and energy management in industries, buildings, and organizations at national and international levels, and conduct quality research.
Utilize local and national energy resources effectively through applied research and innovation.
Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and responsibility for self-directed learning.
Analyze and apply research findings and emerging technologies, and effectively use information technology for communication, information retrieval, and research.
Uphold professional ethics and social responsibility while contributing to societal well-being.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Graduates of the Master’s Program in Energy Technology will be able to:

PLO1: Act with ethics, integrity, and academic responsibility.
PLO2: Communicate effectively in English.
PLO3: Work well with others to achieve shared goals.
PLO4: Find and use reliable information about energy technologies and energy situations.
PLO5: Manage resources to solve energy problems in organizations or industries in Southern Thailand, while considering environmental, economic, social, and legal aspects.
PLO6: Use tools or technologies to plan and improve energy efficiency in a cost-effective way.

Catalog Description

The Master’s Program in Energy Technology develops graduates capable of applying energy technology and managing energy resources to solve energy challenges in organizations and industry. Graduates are prepared to address emerging energy challenges by integrating environmental, economic, social, and regulatory perspectives.

Study Plans

The Master’s Program in Energy Technology offers two study plans designed to support different learning and research pathways.

Plan 1 (Academic Track) – Type A1

Designed for students who focus primarily on independent research through thesis work.

Component	Credits
Core Courses	-
Elective Courses	-
Thesis	36
Total	36

Plan 1 (Academic Track) – Type A2

Designed for students who complete coursework to strengthen research knowledge before conducting thesis research.

Component	Credits
Core Courses	-
Elective Courses	18
Thesis	18
Total	36

Thesis advisor specialization

Research supervision is available across interdisciplinary energy technology areas supporting sustainable energy transition and low-carbon development, including:

Sustainable Biomass and Bioenergy

Thermochemical conversion of biomass
Biochemical conversion and biogas technology
Waste-to-Value and resource recovery

Renewable and Clean Energy Technologies

Solar energy systems
Wind energy systems
Fuel cells and energy storage

Energy Transition and Decarbonization

Decarbonization strategies
Low-carbon energy systems
Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy

Energy Systems and Efficiency

Drying technology and thermal processes
Energy efficiency and energy management

Thesis topics

Research projects are interdisciplinary. Students may combine several specialization areas in one research topic.

Sustainable Biomass and Bioenergy

Thermochemical conversion of biomass
Biochemical conversion and biogas technology
Waste-to-Value and resource recovery

Renewable and Clean Energy Technologies

Solar energy systems
Wind energy systems
Fuel cells and energy storage

Energy Transition and Decarbonization

Decarbonization strategies
Low-carbon energy systems
Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy

Energy Systems and Efficiency

Drying technology and thermal processes
Energy efficiency and energy management

Student Admissions

Plan 1 (Academic Track) – Type A1

Applicants must:

Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Energy Technology or a related field.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.00, or possess equivalent qualifications approved by the Program Committee.

Plan 1 (Academic Track) – Type A2

Applicants must:

Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Energy Technology or a related field.

In addition, applicants must meet one of the following conditions:

Minimum GPA of 2.50, or
Applicants with a GPA below 2.50 may be considered if they have at least one year of professional experience in energy technology-related fields, subject to approval by the Program Committee.

*Not sure about your eligibility?
Contact the program coordinator for academic background evaluation.

Graduation Criteria

Plan 1 (A1: Thesis-Only Track)

To graduate, students must:

Successfully defend the master’s thesis through a final oral examination
Publish or disseminate thesis results as an academic publication, innovation, or recognized scholarly output
Meet English proficiency and university graduation requirements

Plan 1 (A2: Coursework and Thesis Track)

To graduate, students must:

Complete required coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.00
Successfully defend the master’s thesis through a final oral examination
Publish or disseminate thesis results as an academic publication, innovation, or recognized scholarly output
Meet English proficiency and university graduation requirements

Note:
Students enrolled in a Double Degree Program or receiving scholarships must also comply with the relevant agreements and funding conditions.

Fee and Scholarship

Fee

60,000 THB per semester (international students)

Scholarship

The PSU Graduate Scholarship https://grad.psu.ac.th/language/en/scholarship-en/
Faculty of Engineering Scholarship

Financial supports are available for both Thai and International students. Please contact the program chair for more details.

Program Accreditation

The program is scheduled to undergo an evaluation for accreditation by AUN every year.

Contact Person

1. Asst. Prof. Dr. Boonya Charnnok – Program Chair
Tel: 0-7428-7414
Email: boonya.c@psu.ac.th

2. Mrs. Saifon Putsri – Program Officer, Faculty of Engineering
Tel: 0-7428-7044
Email: saifon.c@psu.ac.th

3. Facebook: Energy Technology Program

4. Website: https://www.eng.psu.ac.th/et

Alumni

1. Energy ENG-PSU

2. The Alumni Association of the Faculty of Engineering, Prince of Songkla University

Registration

You can online register here

More Information

The duration of study is as follows:

Plan A1: 2 years
Plan A2: 2 years

Why study at the Energy Technology Program?

Interdisciplinary energy research
Strong industry and research collaboration
Focus on sustainable and regional energy solutions