Information for applicants and offer holders to the MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability. On this page, you will find information on how to set up a meeting request with Dr. Adolfo Mejía-Montero, upcoming event information, and further information about your chosen degree. MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability This programme equips you with an understanding of how different societies can address the challenge of balancing energy with sustainability. It brings together a social, political, economic, and environmental understanding of low-carbon technologies. Meet your Programme Director and Cohort Lead Native to Tepotzotlan, Mexico, Adolfo is an interdisciplinary academic interested in researching and teaching topics related to energy systems, low-carbon transitions and renewable energy technologies.He completed his PhD at the University of Edinburgh by studying utility-scale wind power development in southern Mexico through a social science approach and the conceptual lenses of energy justice.As a physicist who transitioned to social sciences, Adolfo has a strong interest in interdisciplinary research and mixed methods, a combination he believes is particularly well-suited to unearthing the complex topics that exist in energy research. He is always interested in speaking to people from a wide range of backgrounds and disciplinary fields, wanting to explore issues related to energy systems.In his free time, Adolfo enjoys spending time with his loved ones, travelling to different countries, hiking, reading (history and sci-fi), and practising sports (especially boxing). Book a one-to-one meeting with your Programme Director Connect directly with your Programme Director, Dr. Adolfo Mejía-Montero, to ask further questions, get tailored advice, and explore what your degree could look like. Upcoming events Sign up to the events below for further information about your chosen degree. EventDateTimeBooking LinkMSc Energy, Society and Sustainability Information SessionTuesday 17 February, 202613:00 - 14:00 GMTBook SessionPostgraduate Student Q&A SessionThursday 07 May, 202617:00 - 18:00 BSTBook Session Previous recorded events Introduction to MSc Energy, Society and SustainabilityThis event was filmed in November 2025 as part of Postgraduate Virtual Open Week. Pre-arrival reading list Before you arrive with us, take a look at the suggested pre-arrival reading for your programme. This includes online resources and book recommendations provided by your Programme Director. View pre-arrival reading list Why choose the University of Edinburgh? InterdisciplinaryOur programme equips you with an understanding of how different societies can address the challenge of balancing energy with sustainability. It brings together a social, political, economic, and environmental understanding of low-carbon technologies. In-depth trainingThe MSc will enable you to translate complex social and technical issues into effective arguments, policies and innovative business opportunities, strengthening your ability to follow a career path of your choice across different sectors. Collaborative teachingThis MSc is delivered in collaboration with the School of Social and Political Sciences, giving you access to a wide range of academic expertise across the institution. Strong networksThe affliation with ECCI also offers you the opportunity to work and network alongside professionals and potential employers within this high-demand field. Why study this MSc Our student Lauren on studying the MSc More information about your degree Compulsory and optional courses Please note, Degree Programme Tables will be updated in April, 2026. Please use the current edition as an example, only. Degree breakdown The future of your subject Perhaps the greatest challenge the world faces in the next few decades is to decarbonise the energy system. This challenge is going to shape the sector and demand new research to address the unknowns and to provide better intelligence to decision-makers. Our area of focus is fundamental to this, feeding in very necessary perspectives and ensuring, first and foremost, that the energy transformation is as much social as it is technical. Hear from our students Our postgraduate students share their experiences of life during university and after on our blog and through alumni profiles. GeoSciences blog Alumni profiles What makes this course truly exceptional is its diversity. It combines technical modules on energy systems with courses on policymaking, global energy imbalances between the Global North and Global South, and the broader role of energy in society. The programme brings together participants from a wide range of professional backgrounds - engineers, policymakers, financial investors, and more - and from diverse geographies across Asia, Europe, the UK, Central Asia and Latin America. This breadth not only enriches the learning experience but also makes the course suitable for people from all walks of life. Trishaa Bhattacharya MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability, graduated 2025 Featured scholarships School of GeoSciences scholarshipsSee potential funding for GeoSciences studentsScholarships and student fundingYou can find funding opportunities, tuition fees and costs of living for prospective UK and international postgraduate students on the University website.Postgraduate scholarships and student fundingYou are also encouraged to undertake your own research into the range of potential scholarships and other funding outside the University for which you may be eligible. Back to Applicant Hub This article was published on 2026-01-14
