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Since 2005, the Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) has been the central contact for postgraduate education at TU Wien. In a world that is increasingly shaped by technology, we support our participants (TU graduates as well as specialists & managers) in achieving their individual goals and shaping our future. Through the knowledge of our renowned lecturers, we bridge the gap between research and business and combine scientific know-how with practical applicability. In this way, we refine your individual skills and sustainably increase your professional and private perspectives.

Our team is looking forward to meeting you and supporting you with exciting, new insights and our long-standing experience in postgraduate education.

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From Theory to Practice: MSc Renewable Energy Systems Explores Hamburg's Energy Future

This spring, students in the Master's program in Renewable Energy Systems delved deeply into Hamburg's advanced energy projects.

Day 1: Exploration of the Innovation Harbor

The journey began with a harbor tour that guided the students through Hamburg's complex energy import infrastructure and its transition to renewable sources. Daniel, an expert from the Anti-Nuclear Office, impressively illustrated how the city is reshaping its energy policy. The tour highlighted the challenges and opportunities arising from the shift from traditional to green energy sources, providing students with the chance to see the theories from their courses applied in real-world contexts.

Hamburg Port

Day 2: Academic Partnerships and Technological Breakthroughs

Dialogue with the Hamburg University of Technology opened a platform for exchanging the latest research and developments in the field of renewable energy. Particularly impactful was the visit to Airbus, where students experienced innovative solutions in the area of emission-free flying, a field crucial for the future of global mobility.

MSc Renewable Energy Systems - Company Visit Airbus, Hamburg

Day 3: History Meets Cutting-edge Technology

The discussion with Peter Moller and the visit to the Energy Bunker demonstrated how historical infrastructures can be transformed to meet modern energy needs. These insights were particularly valuable for the students, as they underscored the importance of adaptability and innovation in the energy sector.

Energy Bunker Hamburg

Day 4: Experiencing Sustainable Urbanity

The excursion concluded with a glimpse into the future of urban living spaces. In Wilhelmsburg, participants saw how innovative technologies such as bioreactor facades and algae-based energy production are being implemented, showcasing possibilities for sustainable urban life worldwide.

Conclusion

Each day of the excursion was filled with learning experiences that not only imparted theoretical knowledge to the students but directly engaged them in the practice of sustainable development and renewable energies. This trip provided not only insights into technological innovation but also strengthened the understanding of how these technologies can have social and economic impacts as well as the personal connections of the group.

The students left Hamburg with an expanded perspective on their role as future leaders in the field of renewable energies and are better prepared to contribute to shaping a more sustainable world.

Group Growth - Hamburg
Group Growth - Hamburg

For more information about the MSc program in Renewable Energy Systems, please visit our program page or attend our next information session.

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7 good reasons for a continuing education at TU Wien

ACE's master's programs, university courses and compact programs have been specially developed for TU Wien graduates, international high potentials and executives from business and industry. The integration of the latest scientific findings in the fields of innovation, management, digitization, sustainability, etc. and the regular adaptation of content ensures that our programs are always up to date. In this way, we provide graduates with important insights and the necessary competitive advantage for their career.

For more than 30 years, the TU Wien has been offering courses for part-time continuing education. The experience we have gained during this time is now an integral part of our teaching and work. We know the challenges of postgraduate students to continue their education alongside their job and family. We therefore consider it very important to provide them with optimal support in achieving their career goals.

Much of the success of our programs is due to their outstanding faculty from research, business and industry. As  As the continuing education institution of the TU Wien we are in regular exchange with our cooperation partners and partner universities and offer our students, in addition to the experts of the TU Wien, a renowned selection of international lecturers. Our modern infrastructure and learning environment create study experiences that last a lifetime.

Quality assurance and external accreditation are important aspects of scientific continuing education. Integrated into the quality management system of the TU Wien, we have therefore additionally implemented our own quality assurance system for our study programs. Internationally recognized quality labels complete the high quality of the university courses and make the awareness of quality assurance outwardly visible.

The ACE has a number of international partnerships with institutions and companies from research, business and industry. This enables us to provide students of our various programs with important insights from the industry and the latest expert knowledge. In addition to that, we regularly organise exciting contact and further education opportunities for our alumni through our cooperation network.

True to our Motto "ACE Alumni - Connected for Life" we support our graduates in building and maintaining an international and interdisciplinary professional network. At numerous events, alumni can further their education, broaden their own horizons, be inspired - and of course network. In addition, our exclusive online platform offers the opportunity to make contact with other students and alumni and to continuously expand your own network.

Various rankings prove this: Vienna is one of the most liveable, smartest, opens an external URL in a new window and greenest cities in the world. On our campus right in the heart of the city, you can literally feel the high quality of life that Vienna offers our students and employees. In addition to a modern infrastructure, countless cultural offerings and the proximity to nature, Vienna also offers excellent conditions for further education. We are proud to contribute to this with our work every day.