Career opportunities - Electric Power Engineering (Master's Programme)
Career opportunities
Engineers with a specialisation in electric power engineering are in demand all over the world.
In Norway there is a steady demand in sectors such as utility companies, industry, consultant and offshore oil and gas exploration.
Citizens of EU countries can apply for jobs in Norway. Non-EU citizens will have to obtain a work permit first.
High Demand for Electric Power Engineers Globally
There is a high demand for electric power engineers in Norway and around the world through industrial network. We have close relations with Norwegian and international industry and utility companies.
After a master's degree, you can pursue a PhD programme
Students completing the master programme with an average of B or better can apply for vacant PhD scholarships in electric power engineering at NTNU.
Through project work and master thesis
In almost all our Master thesis the students work closely in cooperation with PhD-students and/or industrial partners.
Further studies
After the completion of a master’s degree programme, it is possible to apply for admission to a doctoral degree programme (PhD). A PhD programme is the highest level of formal education in Norway. Through a doctoral degree from NTNU you will be qualified for leading positions in business and industry, public administration, higher education, and research.
NTNU offers a PhD degree in:
- Electric Power Engineering (PHELKT) – offered in Trondheim