Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage
120 credits
Prepare for a career in both world-class academic research and the battery/electromobility industry, with our Master's Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage. There is high demand for qualified professionals in this sector. Regardless of whether you have a background in chemistry or engineering, you will gain a keen understanding of the fundamentals of battery materials, cells and systems to be able to participate in both academic and industrial research in this expansive labour market
Application and entry requirements
Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees.
Autumn 2026 Autumn 2026, Uppsala, 100%, On-campus, English
- Location
- Uppsala
- Pace of study
- 100%
- Teaching form
- On-campus
- Instructional time
- Daytime
- Study period
- 31 August 2026–4 June 2028
- Language of instruction
- English
- Entry requirements
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Academic requirements
A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university.
Also required is:
- 75 credits in the fields of chemistry, physics, materials science, and/or engineering; and
- 15 credits in mathematics.
Language requirements
Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries.
- Selection
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Students are selected based on an overall appraisal of previous university studies and a statement of purpose.
- Fees
- If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees.
- First tuition fee instalment: SEK 90,000
- Total tuition fee: SEK 360,000
- Application deadline
- 15 January 2026
- Application code
- UU-M1660
- Supporting documents
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In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit a programme-specific application summary sheet.
Check the application guide for information on how to apply and what other supporting documents you need to submit.
About the programme
Are you a chemist, materials scientist or chemical engineer and want to deepen your knowledge within battery materials? Or do you have a degree in electrical engineering, energy engineering or similar and would like to get a deep understanding of batteries and how they are integrated into larger technical systems? With a basis in the chemistry of batteries, the Master’s Programme in Battery Technology and Energy Storage is designed for students that are aiming for broad knowledge within the function and use of batteries to support the transformation toward a more sustainable and resilient society. Through the integration of chemistry, materials, and engineering, you will acquire knowledge of how to design, construct, and implement electrochemical energy storage devices.
Within the Ångström Advanced Battery Centre (ÅABC), Uppsala University harbours one of Europe's largest education and research facilities dedicated to the science and development of batteries, with close ties to global industrial players within the entire battery value chain – from producers to end users. You will meet some of the main actors in the European and Swedish industries in the field of batteries through study visits, guest lectures, and thesis work. As a student, you will experience the research frontier of battery materials and cells as well as their state-of-the-art production and application.
During the programme, you can expect to:
- mix theory and research in chemistry, materials science, and engineering with practical skills to gain a fundamental understanding of the principles of energy storage and rechargeable batteries,
- build a network of potential employers during training, both in academia and industry,
- practice presentation technique, argumentation and societal analysis.
Student profile
You have a strong foundation in chemistry, physics, materials science and/or engineering, possibly with previous relevant practical experience after earning a Bachelor's degree. You wish to contribute to our learning environment, through the exchange of knowledge and previous experience with other students and teachers in the programme.
Regardless of whether your future ambitions are targeted towards a PhD education or a career in industry directly after graduation, this programme will cater to your educational requirements.
Degree
The programme leads to the degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with Battery Technology as the main field of study.
Content
While you will have the freedom to choose your courses and build your own profile according to your interest and career plan, two tracks are targeted: one towards battery materials, and one towards battery cell production and battery applications.
In addition to topics related to batteries, there will be an outlook on other energy storage systems, and the advantages of different technical solutions will be explained. Your knowledge will also be put into the context of battery integration, with a special emphasis on electric vehicles. While your studies are directed either to the material level or the cell and system level, you will have the opportunity to create your own unique profile. Either way, the courses give you a robust background when aiming for either a career in either academia or industry.
Year 1
The first year will give you a solid ground within materials chemistry and electrochemistry to act as a foundation for advanced courses in battery technology, detailing all the inner processes of rechargeable batteries. This is supplemented with courses in electromobility, digitalisation and modelling.
Year 2
During the second year, you will study more advanced courses targeting the application of batteries, societal aspects of energy storage and future battery technologies.
The final semester is devoted to the 30-credit Master's thesis required to obtain the degree. It can be performed at a company or together with a research group at the university.
Courses within the programme
Learning experience
All of the courses are given by active researchers in the field, which guarantees your knowledge and understanding of the latest research. Several courses have guest lecturers from industry, while some courses include projects and industrial visits.
The courses are organised and supported by a variety of teaching methods, but with a strong emphasis on student-active learning and hands-on experiences. Interactions with other study programmes, are a natural part of the education. Several courses are studied in parallel. The programme takes place in Uppsala, including also the possibility of visits to other sites.
The language of instruction is English.
Career
The global labour market in the battery sector is growing along with the green transition and expansion in electromobility. Sweden is a vital part of this development, and a large demand for education is expected within this sector to fulfil future demands. At the same time, Asia is dominating the global market and America is rapidly moving forward with a high demand for qualified professionals in the field.
Jobs within this sector are not limited to battery development and production - most jobs are expected to emerge either upstream (battery materials, components) or downstream (electric vehicles, for example). The programme also serves as an excellent introduction to PhD studies in the battery field.
Examples of jobs suited for graduates of the programme:
- Battery specialist
- Battery production engineer
- Electric vehicle developer
- Project manager
- Researcher
- Consultant
Examples of possible future employers:
- Volvo Cars
- AB Volvo
- Polestar
- Scania
- Altris
- Saft
- Zeekr
- VW
- ABB
- CATL
Career support
During your time as a student, UU Careers offers support and guidance. You have the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities and events that will prepare you for your future career.
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Contact
- For questions about the programme, please contact the programme coordinator:
- batterymaster@kemi.uu.se
- For questions regarding eligibility, contact the study counsellor:
- batterytechnology-studievagledare@kemi.uu.se
- For admissions-related or general information, please contact our applicant support team:
- study@uu.se
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