The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree DENSYS 2.0 is a collaborative two-year programme (120 ECTS) aiming to provide training in the interdisciplinary fields of Decentralised smart ENergy SYStems (DENSYS). Decentralised smart energy systems play an increasing role as part of the massive integration of renewable energy sources into the energy system and the ongoing transition towards a low-carbon society. The pan-European master’s programme was jointly designed and implemented by four EERA partners: the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden, the Université de Lorraine in France, the Polytechnic University of Turin (PoliTo) in Italy, and the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) in Spain.

The DENSYS 2.0 programme aims to educate a new generation of engineers and researchers with a holistic understanding of the energy transition and its impacts on the economy, geography, society, and natural resources. Tailored to meet industry and academia's most recent needs, DENSYS 2.0 pursues the legacy of the former EM DENSYS programme. It specifically covers the following themes:  the decentralisation of energy systems, environmental awareness and the implementation of net-zero targets with carbon removal technologies. The programme will further reinforce students’ digital skills and competencies in the strategic management of long-term sustainable projects.

During the programme, students will be enrolled at the Université de Lorraine in the first year, which will equip them with an interdisciplinary vision that integrates fundamental concepts of decentralised energy systems and an exposure to humanities. Students will then have the opportunity to specialise at one of the following mobility options: decentralised energy integration at the Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden, energy storage at the Polytechnic University of Turin in Italy, or thermal engineering at the University of Catalonia in Spain. The curriculum will be completed after pursuing a master thesis or an internship (in a research centre or within a company) during a full semester. Through collaboration with 12 associated partners, cooperation will be enhanced with startups, industrial partners and European research institutions engaged in the energy transition. Graduates will earn a double master’s degree.

Applications close on 27 January at noon (CET).