Key information
- Took place February 2025. Scheduled again 2026/27. Register your interest
- Location: University of Edinburgh
- Times: Tuesday 25, 10am - 5pm. Wednesday 26, 9am - 5pm
Pricing
- General participant rate: £750 - Course materials and lunch included.
- Eligible Early Career Researchers: Free - In line with EPSRC funding policy, the cost is covered for UK-based academic researchers who meet the definition of an Early Career Researcher (Post Doctoral Research Assistants (PDRAs), early career academic staff within the first three years of their academic appointment, or PhD students within 12 months of completion who are exploring a future career in the ORE sector), and are part of our network. There will be no charge for eligible Early Career Researchers to attend a Masterclass, but they will be responsible for covering expenses such as travel and accommodation.
Included in your day
- Unparalleled access to the most up-to-date knowledge in a session created by academics at the forefront of ORE research and teaching
- Electronic access to course material and presentations after the masterclass
- Networking opportunities
- Q&A session with Course Director(s)
- Lunch and refreshments
- Electronic certificate of attendance
- A tour of the renowned wave and current tank in the FloWave Facilities
About the Masterclass
This Masterclass addresses aspects of economic and policy analysis which are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of private and public attitudes towards the wind, wave and tidal renewable sector. Topics covered include energy objectives and the appropriate policies, levelised costs, and the interplay between offshore renewable policies and national and regional economic, environmental and social objectives.
This Masterclass is open to all, requiring no specific prior experience. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the economic and policy drivers that shape the offshore renewable energy sector. Participants will gain valuable insight into private and public attitudes and the big-picture issues that shape offshore renewable energy, with relevance across various fields.
To conclude, participants engage in a practical exercise where they assume the role of a consultant presenting to an energy ministry, receiving constructive feedback from a panel of experts. The course also features a tour of the renowned FloWave Facilities; a wave and current simulation tank used for testing and development of novel ocean energy technologies.
Drawing on expertise from 10 UK universities, the Supergen ORE Hub is in a unique position to offer the opportunity to learn directly from the UK's foremost specialists in offshore renewable energy at world-leading facilities. To book your place on this Masterclass we encourage you to register early as places are limited. This Masterclass is scheduled to run a second time in 2027.
| Topics covered |
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| Levelised costs of alternative technologies and how to interpret the results and their sensitivity |
| How to apply methods of investment appraisal to examples of offshore renewable projects |
| The application of cost benefit analysis to offshore renewable initiatives |
| Demonstrations and visits |
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| A tour of the renowned FloWave Facilities; a wave and current simulation tank used for testing and development of novel ocean energy technologies. |
| Practical activities |
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| At the end of the Masterclass, participants take part in a practical exercise, assuming the role of a consultant presenting to an energy ministry and receive constructive feedback from a panel of experts. |
Masterclass Directors
- Professor Henry Jeffrey - School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh.
About the Masterclasses Series
World-class expertise
Funded by the EPRSC, the Supergen Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Hub offers research leadership to accelerate the development of wind, wave, and tidal energy. We are a collaboration of 10 UK Universities that are pioneering innovative ORE research. Drawing on this expertise, our Masterclass programme is a unique opportunity to learn directly from the country’s foremost specialists in offshore renewable energy.
Unique and specialist
Pivot your career by engaging with specialist ORE researchers and access cutting-edge facilities not found in standard commercial training. Study post-graduate content in highly specialised 1 or 2 day courses. Gain a unique advantage in your work by learning innovative solutions from researchers working at the forefront of ORE. This is a unique and limited opportunity to join the best UK-based specialists at world-leading testing sites.
Hands-on learning
Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment through a blend of lectures, live demonstrations, and engaging hands-on activities. Benefit from the knowledge and experience of industry-leading professionals.
