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MSc in Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers study, design, and manage systems related to the production, transmission, distribution, and use of electricity. From generation using traditional and renewable sources to powering industrial, residential, and transportation systems, electrical engineers are key to ensuring energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
The skills of an Electrical Engineer are essential to the energy transition, as electricity represents the primary driver for electrifying consumption and reducing emissions. Electrical engineers play a key role in the development and integration of renewable energy sources, smart grids, advanced storage systems, electric mobility (road, public transport, electric naval propulsion, and electric aviation), data centres, and the management of complex, highly efficient infrastructures.
Thanks to the transversal skills acquired, this professional figure is essential to address the technological and environmental challenges of the future, contributing directly to a more sustainable and digitalized society that is attentive to the conscious use of energy resources.
A Bachelor degree is the prerequisite for admission to a Master degree program.
To be admitted to the Master degree in Electrical Engineering, candidates must meet specific curricular requirements, namely knowledge consistent with the educational objectives of the program. These requirements are defined using as a reference model the study plan of the Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Politecnico di Milano.
The definition of the curricular requirements for admission to the Master degree in Electrical Engineering is based on educational requirements ensuring adequate general mathematical and scientific preparation, as well as knowledge of methodologies and technologies in electrical engineering.
Admission to the Master degree program is subject to an evaluation process aimed at verifying the candidate suitability. In accordance with current regulations, this process is based on the assessment of curricular requirements and the adequacy of the student’s academic preparation.
Admission to the Master degree will be decided at the sole discretion of an Evaluation Committee established for this purpose, based on the analysis of the candidate’s academic record. For admission purposes, the Committee may take into consideration documented cases of exceptional circumstances that justify non-compliance with the criteria indicated below and demonstrate the adequacy of the candidate’s preparation. Such documentation must be attached to the application for admission.
Regarding prerequisites of English language proficiency, please refer to the enrollment procedures of Politecnico di Milano.
For graduates of Politecnico di Milano, the academic record requirements considered by the Committee for admission are:
- achievement of a weighted average grade (or final degree grade for graduates from other universities) not below the admission threshold (see details below);
- possession of a certification attesting knowledge of the English language;
- fulfillment of educational requirements without the need for additional curricular integration.
Graduates of the Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering at Politecnico di Milano who have obtained a final weighted average grade of at least 21/30 will be automatically admitted to the Master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering.
Graduates of other Bachelor degree programs within the School of Industrial and Information Engineering at Politecnico di Milano who have obtained a final weighted average grade of at least 22/30 will be automatically admitted to the Master degree program in Electrical Engineering.
For all candidates who do not fall within the above categories, admission will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Committee, based on the previous academic curriculum and final degree grade.
For further details, please refer to the Degree Program Regulations, Section 6, www.ingindinf.polimi.it/formazione/regolamenti-didattici.
The Bachelor Degree is a prerequisite for admission to the Master Degree program.
To be admitted to the Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, the candidate must meet specific curricular requirements, namely knowledge consistent with the educational objectives of the aforementioned program. These requirements are defined with reference to the study plan of the Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering at Politecnico di Milano.
The definition of the curricular requirements for admission to the Master Degree in Electrical Engineering is based on educational criteria ensuring adequate general mathematical and scientific preparation, as well as knowledge of the methodologies and technologies of electrical engineering.
Admission to the Master Degree is subject to an evaluation process aimed at verifying the candidate suitability. In accordance with current regulations, this process is based on curricular requirements and on the assessment of the adequacy of the student’s academic preparation.
Admission to the Master Degree will be decided at the sole discretion of an Evaluation Committee established for this purpose. The decision will be based on the analysis of the candidate’s previous academic record and final graduation grade. The Committee may also take into consideration any elements demonstrating the adequacy of the candidate’s academic preparation.
With regard to the prerequisite of English language proficiency, please refer to the enrollment procedures of Politecnico di Milano.
For further details, please refer to the Programme Regulations, Section 6.
The Programme in Electrical Engineering develops specific skills in the electrical energy field, not only with regard to the production, transmission, and distribution of electrical energy, but also in the multiple and varied reality of industrial, domestic, and hospital electrical applications, in the transport sector, in automation and home automation systems, in electromagnetic compatibility , and in measurement and diagnostic techniques for complex systems.
Students can opt for the main track, “Electrical Engineering” (track R2D), or for a track more focused on smart grids, “Sustainable Smart Grids for Energy Transition” (track R2E).
The Degree Program of the main track “Electrical Engineering” (R2D) is organized as follows:
The first-year program includes theoretical courses aimed at building in-depth knowledge of advanced mathematical tools, fundamental measurement techniques for electrical systems, the fundamentals of electrical power systems, and the energy market. The second part includes in-depth studies in the field of power electronics and an introduction to the fundamentals of electromagnetic compatibility. The first-year program is rounded out with additional specialized courses chosen by the student from a range of courses that explore various application areas of electrical engineering; soft skills courses allow students to delve into specific enabling cross-disciplinary topics (e.g., those aimed at the digitalization of processes) and acquire skills aimed at personal/professional growth (e.g., communication skills, entrepreneurial and leadership skills , professional ethics, etc.).
The second-year curriculum includes courses aimed at further in-depth study in various areas of electrical engineering, including the design and construction of electrical machines, electrical systems for transport and electric propulsion, electrical power systems, reliability and quality control , measurement and diagnostic techniques, electrical drives, electrical energy production plants, the impact of renewable sources on the electrical grid and communication systems for electrical networks (smart grids).
Students can compose their second-year study plan by selecting courses from elective courses, which allow them to orient their study plan towards the following four areas of expertise:
- Energy and Renewable Sources
- Transport and Electric Mobility
- Design and Automation
- Smart Grids.
The Programme (Manifesto degli Studi) of the " Sustainable Smart Grids for Energy Transition" (R2E) track enables students to acquire more focused skills in the design, management, and operation of smart electricity grids. In addition to the core courses of the main program (R2D), the R2E track degree program includes specific courses aimed at developing skills related to the transport and transformation of electricity, network management, and plant operation, including development and maintenance. Another important aspect is the regulation of electricity systems, which is necessary to establish infrastructure usage tariffs, ensure equal access, and promote grid investments, with particular reference to system adequacy, efficiency, and safety.
The "Sustainable Smart Grids for Energy Transition" track has limited places; the selection is carried out by a commission composed of members appointed by the Study Program. Further information on the selection criteria is provided in the Academic Regulations of the "Electrical Engineering" Study Program.
Startups are small companies built around an innovative idea. They often require specific expertise, such as that provided by a Master’s degree or even a PhD. Some students, after completing their Master’s degree, go on to found their own startups. Politecnico di Milano supports entrepreneurial initiatives through its ecosystem by offering activities and services dedicated to startup development.
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