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OPPORTUNITIES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ENERGY EFFICENCY STUDIES IN MACEDONIA, FRANCE AND GERMANY

EU target for 2050 is to decarbonize the energy sector which means de-termined orientation to clean energy economies. The energy transforma-tion from fossil fuel to renewable energy based societies creates a need

for a new generation of educated energy talents.

3 milion jobs should be cre-ated or retained in the Renew-

able Energy sector by 2020 – its stated in the “document for green

economy” of the European Commis-sion. Young people are essential for filling

this demand along with the educational programmes of schools and universities.. The educational system should adjust their academic opportunities to the needs of the labor market and provide high qual-ity energy talents to contribute to the creation of clean energy socie-ties.In this brochure you can find an overview of the academic opportuni-ties, universities and faculties that provide studies with renewable energy related curriculums in Macedonia, France and Germany. It aims to create awareness among young people about the academic opportunities in the renewable energy and energy efficiency pro-grammes. The brochure was promoted during the EU sustainable energy week, 23-27 June in Skopje. The activities are part of the project “Reducing Youth Carbon Footprint” supported by the French Embassy in Skop-je, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, and TITAN Cementarnica USJE AD Skopje.

Author: Frane JovanovskiAssistants: Iskra Stojkovska and Mila Golceva

Design: Nena GievskaProject coordinator: Antonio Jovanovski

INTRODUCTION

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University “ss. Cyril and Methodius” – Skopje, Macedonia

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor studies Study programme: Power Engineering and Environment What is interesting about this study is that despite the technical subjects, such as, “Fundamentals of renewable energy sources”, “Energy and ecology”, “Energy from waste”, etc. there is relation to man-agement and business subjects, such as “Entrepreneurship and Small Businesses”.Degree: Bachelor of Science in Me-chanical Engineeringwww.mf.ukim.edu.mk

Master studies Study programme: Power engineering and environment Relevant subjects in the study include “Optimization of energy systems”, “Ener-gy systems management”, “Constructing hydro technical plants” etc.Degree: Master of Science in Mechan-ical Engineeringwww.mf.ukim.edu.mk

Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies

Bachelor studiesStudy programme: Power Engineering and ManagementThe first year is the same for all pro-grammes and the division comes in the second year. Relevant subjects include “Fundamentals of Power Engineering”, “Renewable Energy Sources”, “Small Hy-dro Power Plants, “Project management”, “Photovoltaic Systems” etc.Degree: Bachelor of science in Elec-trical Engineering

Study programme: Electric Power Sys-tems This programme is similar to the “Pow-er Engineering and Management” pro-gramme and focuses more on the elec-

tronics and electric networks. Relevant subjects include “Energy management systems”, “Energy Efficiency And Environ-ment”, “Photovoltaic Systems” etc.Degree: Degree: Bachelor of science in Electrical Engineering www.feit.ukim.edu.mk Master studiesStudy programme: Energy efficiency, en-vironment and sustainable developmentThe purpose of the study program is to enable leading highly competent engi-neering staff for research, development, design and implementation of complex interdisciplinary projects in the areas of energy efficiency, the impact of electricity on the environment and sustainable de-velopment. Degree: Master of Sciences of energy efficiency, environment and sustain-able development

Study programme: Regulation in Energy, Electronic Communications and TransportThis programme provides knowledge on the need to establish a regulation in the fields related to transport of goods, com-modities, people or information through large network systems, i.e. power and natural gas systems, electronic commu-nication systems and transportation net-works.Degree: Master of Science in Regula-tion in Energy, Electronic Communi-cations and Transportwww.feit.ukim.edu.mk

Faculty of Technology and MetallurgyMaster studies

Study programme: Environmental engi-neeringDiploma: Master of science in Envi-ronmental engineering

This is not very closely energy related study, but it studies very important fac-tors associated with the energy sector with subjects like “Air pollution”, “Indus-try and environment”, “Sustainable devel-

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opment”, “Waste management”, “Clean production”, “Environment management” etc.www.tmf.ukim.edu.mk

Faculty of Forestry in Skopje

Bachelor studiesStudy programme: Ecoengineering and ecomanagement This programme is focused on forestry management and nature protection and embodies subjects like ecoclimatology, biomass and energy, social ecology etc. It is not focused directly with renewable energy sources and energy efficiency, but its studies are important element of it. www.sf.ukim.edu.mk

Faculty of Natural Sciences and Math-ematics

Even though not directly connected with renewable energy sources and energy ef-ficiency, this faculty is an essential part of the Macedonian environmental and nature protection. It is consisted of institutes for mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, geography, informatics, ethnology and anthropology. www.pmf.ukim.edu.mk

University “ss. Kliment Ohridski” – Bitola, MacedoniaTechnical faculty Bachelor studiesStudy programme: Energy and environ-mental protectionThis three years study provides subjects closely related to energy and environmen-tal protection, including subjects such as “Renewable energy sources”, “Mechanical engineering for environmental protec-tion”, “Energy and renewable energy in rural areas” etc.Degree: Bachelor of science in Energy and environmental protectionwww.tfb.edu.mk

Integrated Business Faculty – Skop-je, MacedoniaBachelor studiesStudy programme: Environmental econo-my and Sustainable development This is a 3 years programme including economic and management aspects in the environment. The programme is a good mix of business strategies and sus-tainable development in term of environ-ment. Relevant subjects include “Energy efficiency”, “Environmental policies” etc.Degree: Bachelor of science in Envi-ronmental economy and Sustainable development www.fbe.edu.mk

Master studiesStudy programme: Environmental econo-my and Sustainable developmentThe programme is interesting because it combines the economic and law aspect of the environment and energy. Relevant subjects include “Environmental law”, “Energy efficiency”, “Corporate Social Re-sponsibility in Environment”, etc. Degree: Master of science in Environ-mental economy and Sustainable de-velopment www.fbe.edu.mk

MIT University - SkopjeFaculty of ecological resources man-agement

Through practical application of our sci-entific-research methods, together we will set the standards for respecting environ-mental values, learn how to use natural resources in a sustainable manner, pro-vide efficient assessment of environmen-tal and energetic safety as well as of cli-mate changes. The priority of this study program is to learn and establish EU standards and apply EU values concern-ing sustainable development and nature.www.mit.edu.mk

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The European Master in Renewable Ener-gy is an initiative proposed and developed by the association of European Renewable Energy Research Centres (EUREC) and a consortium of Universities outlined in th-ePartnering Universities section. The programme has been run since 2002 by a network of nine European Universi-ties and research centres who are leading the way in renewable energy research, development and demonstration. It is coordinated by EUREC EEIG, a con-sortium of European renewable energy research centres, which has its headquar-ters in Brussels. The aim of the European Master in Re-newable Energy is to train post-graduate students to fill the gap between the grow-ing industry demand for specialised re-newable energy expertise and the skills currently available on the job market. By structuring the course in three sections, students are guaranteed to spend time in at least two different EU countries and make contact with a wide range of Euro-pean institutes and companies involved in the renewable energy sector. The partici-pating universities are all well-established in training and the education sector as well as being recognised at an interna-tional level for their work in the field of renewable energy technology.http://www.master.eurec.be/en/Partner-ing-Universities/Overview/

OPPORTUNITIES IN GERMANY

European master in renewable ener-gy (University of Kassel / University of Oldenburg)Students study in a different European country each semester: that’s the spe-cial thing about this master programme in renewable energy. It is offered by a network of nine European universities, in-cluding the German universities of Kassel and Oldenburg. To qualify for this post-graduate course lasting three semesters, a prospective student need to be a gradu-ate who has studied at least four years in engineering, mathematics or physics. He/

she also need sufficient professional ex-perience in their specialist area and a very good knowledge of English. www.master.eurec.be/en

Wind engineering (Flensburg Univer-sity of Applied Sciences / University of Kiel)To become a wind energy specialist young people can apply to the master pro-gramme at Flensburg University of Ap-plied Sciences and the University of Kiel prepares postgraduates for work in the wind energy sector in three semesters. The English-language course covers the fields of mechanics, electro-technology, economics and the environment. En-trance requirements are a first degree in engineering sciences, or several years of work experience, and a good knowledge of English.www.fh-flensburg.de/fhfl/wind_engineer-ing.html

Geothermal energy systems (Bochum University of Applied Sciences)The main features are geosciences, me-chanical engineering, plant construction and electro-technology: the master pro-gramme at Bochum University of Applied Sciences lasts for four semesters and provides specialist knowledge in geother-mal energy and its applications, and it is integrated in the civil engineering sci-ences. The course is interesting for civil engineers and geologists, mechanical engineers and chemists. The university cooperates with the Geothermal Center Bochum (GZB).www.hochschule-bochum.de

Renewable energy (University of Old-enburg)From wind energy to solar technology: the course in Oldenburg is an internation-al postgraduate programme in English ex-tending over 16 months and is designed particularly for students from developing countries. The course combines theory with practice and case studies from the energy sector. Since 1987 more than 300

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students from 70 countries have partici-pated in the programme. The require-ments are a first degree and work experi-ence in the energy sector.www.ppre.uni-oldenburg.de

Energy economics (University of Münster / RWTH Aachen)Technology, economics and law: the two-year master’s course in energy econom-ics is based on this interdisciplinary mix. The course offered jointly by the Univer-sities of Münster and Aachen cooperates with companies and organizations in the energy sector and aims to qualify people from the engineering and natural sciences as future employees and managers in the energy market. The course can also be completed in tandem with a career. The entrance requirement is a first degree in economics or a technical subject. www.rwth-aachen.de

Biobased products and bioenergy (University of Hohenheim)The basics of crop sciences, engineer-ing and economics for the cultivation of renewable resources and energy plants, their processing and conversion into en-ergy: The University of Hohenheim near Stuttgart offers a bachelor course cov-ering this range of subjects which are in high demand in this newly emerging oc-cupational field. A good knowledge of bi-ology, technology, economics, mathemat-ics, physics and chemistry is important when choosing this course of study.www.uni-hohenheim.de

Environmental planning and ecologi-cal engineering (Technical University Munich)The use of natural resources, the treat-ment of waste materials, the reclamation of contaminated soil and waters: these are major themes concerning students on the master’s course at Munich’s Technical University. The Programme includes not only the basics of engineering and natu-ral sciences, but also agriculture, horti-culture, forestry and planning studies.

Students should have a bachelor degree when applying for this two-year master’s course.http://portal.mytum.de

Regenerative energy sytems (Techni-cal University Berlin)Photovoltaics, wind energy and the pro-cessing of regenerative resources: these are the main areas in the master’s course which embraces the whole spectrum of energy technologies in four semesters. Individual modules enable students to gain deeper insights into certain subjects. The programme qualifies people for a po-sition in the energy sector, building tech-nology, administrative bodies or scientific institutions. To take part in the course you need a bachelor degree in the area of en-ergy or process technology, or a related field of study.www.tu-berlin.de

Renewable energy and energy effi-ciency for the MENA region (Univer-sity of Kassel / University of Cairo)Practice-oriented training in the fields of environment and energy for specialists from Germany, the Middle East and North Africa: this master’s programme in Eng-lish is offered jointly by the universities of Kassel and Cairo. In four semesters the course covers not only areas in the natural and engineering sciences; it also enables students to discuss economic, ecological and regulatory policy aspects in the energy sector. Students attend part of the course in Cairo and a second part in Kassel.www.uni-kassel.de

Water resources engineering and management (WAREM), University of StuttgartGroundwater management and geohy-drology, hydraulic engineering, water resources development and water man-agement: this English-language master programme lasts for four semesters and conveys theoretical and practical knowl-edge in sustainable water management.

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European Master in Renewable Energy

The University of Stuttgart offers WAREM as a consecutive course which can be combined with the courses in conserva-tion technology or civil engineering. The course also requires a good knowledge of English.www.warem.uni-stuttgart.de

OPPORTUNITIES IN FRANCE

Grenoble Ecole de ManagementMaster: Energy Marketing and Manage-mentPart-time work/study program from Octo-ber to May + 6 months of full-time work from June to December. Internship oppor-tunities and the possibility of obtaining a French contrat de professionalization. Career marketing and commercial func-tions, project management, strategy and consultinghttp://www.grenoble-em.com/1478-ad-vanced-master-s-in-energy-marketing-and-management-2.aspx#Presentation

Université Joseph FourierMaster: Fluid mechanics and energeticsThe Master degree in Fluid Mechanics and Energetics englobes an advanced aca-demic program in fluid mechanics and ap-plications in: Energy (turbo-machinery, nuclear energy, oil industry); Sustainable energy (wind or solar energy) and devel-opment involving hydraulics (rivers, off-shore and marine science); Transport phe-nomena and combustion in aerodynamics or space sciences, Chemical engineering and transport phenomena in many areas: microfluidics with bio-assays, biotech-nologies, MEMS or actuators, metallurgy, petroleum, oil & gas industry. A high level education is given based on thorough sci-entific and technological knowledge.http://master-mfe.grenoble-inp fr/#KLINK

ParisTechMaster: Renewable Energy Science & TechnologyThe Renewable Energy Science & Tech-nology Master’s program was designed to help meet one of the major challenges

facing the world — increasing the per-centage of renewable energies in the global energy mix. A postgraduate energy degree program offered by ParisTech, a network of some of France’s most pres-tigious schools.http://www.master-renewable-energy.com/en/energy-degree-presentation.php

Ecole Polytechnique Universitaire de MontpellierDegree in Energetics renewable energiesAn energetics and renewable energies engineer will be able to carry out energy audits for buildings or energy processes, to conceive or to recondition buildings or processes using renewable energies, to optimize, to build and to manage buildings or processes including renewable energies*, following both global and local approaches of sustainable development, taking into account differ-ent social, legal and safety aspects. The current energy and nvironmental issues have led to important changes including growing needs for energetics and renewa-ble energies engineers. This potential has been identified in large national and in-ternational companies, in the engineering and study offices specialised in renewable energies, local and national government agencies, in the international develop-ment organisations as well as in special-ised private research institutes.http://polytech.univ-perp.fr/www/index.php?option=com_content&view=featured&Itemid=100

Université de Picardie Jules VerneMaster: Strategies and Control in Ener-getic and Renewable EnergyThe objective is to present to students the scientific tools of thermodynamics, thermal, fluid mechanics, materials and electricity, which will enable them to mas-ter the physical phenomena that occur in production, distribution and use of ener-gy, with particular emphasis on renewable energy. Technical knowledge on the op-eration and installation of systems (heat pumps, solar panels, wind turbines, solar thermal ...) will be taught, they will en-

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able students to propose energy solutions to existing needs.http://www.u-picardie.fr/catalogue-for-mations/co/Catalogue_UPJV/co/Master_PSPI-SCEER.html

Université de NantesMaster: New and Renewable EnergiesMultidisciplinary training that deals with the control of energy, energy conversion devices using new energies (H2 chain) or renewable (solar, photovoltaic systems) and systems of energy storage (batteries, super capacitors). These themes appeal to a wide range of scientific expertise: thermal physics, and solid state chemis-try, physics of semiconductors, electro-chemistry, materials, technical analysis, systems and electric components etc.http://www.univ-nantes.fr/73813653/0/fiche___formation/&RH=1233916034455

Université de Cergy-Pontoise Master: Energy and advanced materials, Specialty Renewable EnergyThe goal is to train professional consult-ants or project managers in a sector with high innovation for developers or consult-ants. We also train managers for produc-tion services and research and devel-opment in the field of materials for the industrial sectors of renewable energy and the environment. The student may also turn to research particularly in the field of photovoltaic materials.http://www.u-cergy.fr/fr/formations/schema-des-formations/M/STS/f37-103.html

Polytech Annecy-ChambéryMaster: Renewable energies and intelli-gent sustemsThis master will train scientists capable of solving complex problems relating to the management, design and optimization of multiple-input technological systems. It also develops the expertise and skills needed to carry out research into energy management, environmental protection, the use of innovative materials and the production of innovative structures as part of a global policy of sustainable de-

velopment.http://www.polytech.univ-savoie.fr/for-mation/masters/master-ersi.html

L’Université de SavoieMaster: Renewable energies and intelli-gent systems The master Renewable Energies and In-telligent Systems is composed of two se-mesters. The third and fourth semesters get into the specialties: Ecotehnics (pro-fessional and research); Mechatronics (re-search); Information processing (search). The objective is to train scientists capable of understanding complex control prob-lems, design and optimization of tech-nological systems with multiple inputs in nature. Furthermore, the objective is to develop the knowledge and skills useful for researchers faced with the demands of energy conservation, the preservation of the environment and implementation of innovative materials and structures in the framework of an overall policy of sustain-able development.http://odf.univ-savoie.fr/liste.php?idGrade=8557,13240&idDomaine=8166&lang=fr&typeFormation=null&typePublic=null&lieuFormation=null&presence_stage=null

L’Ecole d’ingénieurs du CESIMaster: Renewable energies and energy performance The objective is to conduct energy audits to provide technical and financial solu-tions for improving energy efficiency in industry and buildings. Design, dimen-sioning and optimizing energy production facilities: heat pumps, district heating, cogeneration, wood energy, photovoltaic, solar thermal heating systems. Provide training in energy efficiency and renew-able energy. The program consists of three parts, renewable energy (189h), in-terior Comfort (49h), Energy Performance (140h). Management and support of the professional thesis (77h)http://www.eicesi.fr/produit-mastere-specialise-performance-energetique-et-energies-renouvelables-92.asp

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The Embassy of France and the French Institute in Skopje are open to Macedonian students that are interested to study in France. Please visit www.ambafrance-mk.org or www.ifs.mk for more information.

Cementarnica USJE AD’s An-nual Scholarship Program is aimed for top graduate stu-dents. Two scholarships are pro-vided annually to top university students from all over the country to study for an MBA at the ALBA Uni-versity in Athens, Greece (www.alba.edu.gr). Cementarnica USJE AD is cover-ing the full cost of tuition plus a monthly al-lowance for living expenses.Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) poses an integral part of the TITAN Group’s philosophy and to a great extent directs and drives the way we oper-ate and exercise business activity.Find out more about the company’s work and CSR practices at www.usje.com.mk.

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