MSc students take 12 compulsory modules (120 credits) and a research project and report (60 credits); diploma students take 9 modules (90 credits) and a research project and report (30 credits); certificate students take 6 modules (60 credits); each module is delivered by a combination of distance learning and a 1-week intensive school; there are 12 renewable energy modules that cover: Resources; photovoltaics and geothermal energy; marine and offshore devices; marine and offshore structures and systems; electrical generation systems; grid systems; energy management; policy, politics and ethics; mechanical power transmission; wind and hydro-energy technology; hydrogen and fuel cell technology; biomass and waste technology; each module offered is also designed as a stand-alone CPD module.