The learners are competent if they can:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the energy /economy relationship.
2. Explain the flows of energy through the economy.
3. Analyse the energy economy of their country.
4. Contrast the structures of the different energy industries in their country in particular.
5. Apply the physical laws governing the energy industry.
6. Discuss the technological processes used to find, extract, transform and use the different fossil fuels.
7. Explain the new and renewable technologies that could provide an alternative source for energy.
8. Apply the scientific method of conducting research.
9. Design a research project.
10. Discuss the international aspects of the energy industry.
11. Explain the factors that affect international trade in energy.
12. Explain the benefits of regional cooperation for the energy industry.
13. Apply elementary statistics.
14. Explain the statistical requirements for designing statistically valid surveys.
15. Assist in a sample selection.
16. Analyse and interpret the results of a survey.
17. Construct an energy balance.
18. Interpret an energy balance.
19. Apply the usefulness of the energy balance and time series data for advanced analysis of the energy economy.
20. Identify and rectify anomalies in time series data.
21. Analyse standard definitions.
22. Compile an energy balance for their country.
23. Discuss the issues surrounding rural energy supplies.
24. Define the issues surrounding rural energy consumption.
25. Find alternative options for rural fuel supplies.
26. Negotiate the social issues around rural energy poverty.

Integrated assessment

Assessment is focused on candidate’s ability to fulfill their life role performance as well as to demonstrate broad enabling competences. They have to be able to demonstrate their theoretical knowledge and understanding of applications with discussions and debates on scientific issues and practice. Assessment strategies and procedures include:

Formative (continuous) assessment practices

Reports and problems on every theme will be structured. Research progress is assessed at regular intervals by meetings scheduled with the study leader and other stakeholders in the research field.

Summative (final) assessment practices

Every module will be assessed with problem solving, relevant questions, portfolio designs etc. The dissertation is assessed by the study leader and at least one external examiner in the research field from another institution with at least a master’s degree in the research area.