ECTS
120 credits
Duration
2 years
Training structure
Faculty of Economics
Presentation
Created in 1992 by Professor Jacques PERCEBOIS, the Energy Economics program atthe University of Montpellier has been training applied economists and energy experts for over 30 years . It provides students with the essential skills to analyze and anticipate the effects of structural changes in the sector: decarbonization and decentralization of production methods, changes in market models and energy pricing, and the development of new energy uses.
The Master's program draws on close relationships with public and private stakeholders in the energy sector, who regularly participate in lectures, professional seminars, and consulting projects. These initiatives enable students to apply their skills to address real-world issues and meet the operational expectations of the energy sector.
The advantages of the training program
- OVER 30 YEARS IN BUSINESS
- A CONNECTION WITH PROFESSIONALS
- POSSIBILITY OF A MASTER'S DEGREE IN APPRENTICESHIP
Objectives
The Master's program aims to train students in the expertise of energy markets, public policy, and the challenges posed by the low-carbon transition. The courses offered enable them to acquire in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of energy markets and the mechanisms of interdependence with environmental markets. They use a wide range of empirical analysis tools, particularly in the field of climate and energy policy evaluation (applied to the transport, industry, and construction sectors), as well as for the development and financing of energy projects (renewable energy or energy efficiency). The program also offers introductory courses on the regulatory aspects of the energy sector and the legal framework applicable to renewable energy projects.
Know-how and skills
• Understand how energy markets (gas and electricity) and environmental markets (CO2 quotas, guarantees of origin, energy savings) work, as well as the regulations in force
• Assess the sectoral impacts of climate and energy policies (transport, construction, industry, etc.)
• Mastering the economic, financial, and legal aspects related to the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects
• Acquire a solid understanding of energy/environment market regulation
• Conduct technical and economic studies applied to energy production, transportation/distribution, and supply
• Develop a comprehensive view of the energy world and the ability to anticipate future developments in the sector
International dimension
Starting in their second year, students can spend a year (two semesters) at one of the 60 universities with which the Faculty of Economics has partnerships through the ERASMUS+ exchange programs, inter-university agreements, and CHARM-EU.
Organization
Knowledge assessment
The Master's program at the Faculty of Economics is structured over two years and four semesters, based on an assessment system designed to measure students' learning progressively and comprehensively. At the end of each semester, the skills, competencies, and knowledge acquired in each teaching unit (UE) are assessed in one of two ways: continuous assessment or a final exam.
Continuous assessment allows for regular monitoring of student progress through several forms of evaluation: supervised assignments, graded tutorials, presentations, projects, document analysis, and active participation in class. This method encourages attendance, regular work, and the gradual acquisition of skills.
The final exam consists of a written or oral test held at the end of the semester. It aims to assess the student's overall mastery of the concepts taught and their ability to apply their knowledge in a structured and in-depth manner.
Depending on the learning units, teaching methods, or learning objectives, some units may combine both approaches.
Special facilities
Students with disabilities, young entrepreneurs, and high-level athletes can benefit from personalized support.
This may take the form of study arrangements, educational adaptations, or specific rights, in order to enable them to best balance their personal or professional constraints with their university education. Depending on the situation, these measures may include an adapted schedule, adjusted assessment methods, attendance facilities, individualized monitoring, or dedicated support services.
Open alternately
Apprenticeships are based on the principle of alternating between academic and practical training at university and acquiring skills with an employer. The pace of this alternation varies depending on the program, but follows a schedule established in advance.
The apprenticeship contract is a special employment contract that allows students to benefit from dual status: student and full-time employee of the company.
APPLICATION POSSIBLE IN MASTER 2 EDE
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Internships, supervised projects
Internship | Possible |
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Internship abroad | Possible |
A true immersion in the professional world, it allows students to apply the knowledge they have acquired in class, discover how organizations work, and compare theory with practice. To get the most out of it, serious preparation is essential: learning about the host organization, defining your objectives, mobilizing your skills, and preparing for professional demands.
All Master's programs offer the possibility of doing an internship.
In Master 1, internships are possible and optional. They must be related to the program.
The internship may begin at the end of the second semester exams or be completed during university vacation periods. In all cases, it must end no later than August 31, regardless of whether the student is enrolled in a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or University Diploma program.
In Master 2, the internship is mandatory.
The start date is set in agreement with the academic supervisor, generally between February and March, in order to fit in with the training schedule and the requirements of the final thesis. Regardless of the period chosen, the internship mustend no later than September 30.
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Program
The program lasts two years, or four semesters.
120 ECTS
Apprenticeship possible in Master 2
Introduction to SAS
Project management and financial evaluation
3 creditsEconometrics
Energy saving 1
2 creditsIntroduction to R software
Network regulation
Environmental economics
Individual Research Project
Public economics
3 creditsSurvey methods
Choose one of two options:
Optional
Energy saving 2
3 creditsIndustrial organization
4 creditsNetwork economics
3 creditsEnergy geopolitics
Excel / Power BI
3 creditsEconometrics of qualitative variables
Individual research project
5 creditsData analysis
3 creditsChoose one of two options:
Optional
Electricity savings
4 creditsEnergy and development
4 creditsIntroduction to Energy Physics
3 creditsSmart grids, energy, and mobility
3 creditsTransportation, energy, and environment
4 creditsFinancing renewable projects
2 creditsLegal framework for renewables
3 creditsEnglish
2 creditsClimate and energy transition economics
3 creditsEnergy market design
3 creditsGreen finance and market finance
2 credits
Energy market design
3 creditsSeminars/Conferences and Consulting Projects
4 creditsLow-carbon innovation
3 creditsMemory
Choose one of two options:
M2 initial energy memory
10 creditsM2 Energy apprentice supervised project
10 credits
Energy law and market regulation
2 creditsEnergy efficiency
3 creditsProfessional seminars and conferences
5 creditsLegal framework for renewables
3 creditsInternship (apprenticeship)
10 creditsConsulting project
4 credits
Admission
Admission requirements
- For Master's 1: Holder of or currently pursuinga bachelor's degree (or equivalent, three years of higher education) in economics or a similar field, recognized in France or Europe.
- For the Master 2: Have completed at least 4 years of higher education (Bac +4 / 240 ECTS) in fields related to economics or similar. A strong academic record and, in some cases, professional experience are valued.
Registration procedures
First year of master's degree
To apply for admission to Master 1, you must submit your application on theMon Master platform.
Second year of master's degree
To gain equivalent access to the second year of the master's program, the ecandidat procedure is mandatory.
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Capacity
And after
Professional integration
The rapid transformation of the energy sector driven by climate imperatives and energy transition policies, as well as the global energy crisis, have reinforced the need for skills in these areas within companies and organizations, thus opening up numerous professional opportunities for students on the program.
Graduates of the Master's in Energy Economics are destined for careers as economists/analysts specializing in France and internationally in the energy industry (energy producers and suppliers, energy network managers, brokers, aggregators), finance (banks and financial institutions), consulting firms, research firms and think tanks, and public administrations.