UPEACE Africa · MSc-EEG
MSc Energy Economics and Governance
January 2027 intake · Applications close 25 December 2026
Apply for this programmeProgramme overview
Study energy through economic, quantitative and social-science frameworks. The programme examines energy transformation in Africa and globally, linking international and local governance through problem-focused learning at the intersection of theory and practice.
Academic information is drawn from the UPEACE Master’s brochure. Duration, delivery format, entry requirements and curriculum for the January 2027 intake are subject to confirmation by admissions.
Who this programme is for
Future leaders, policy planners and managers in energy-related businesses and institutions in the public and private sectors, including applicants pursuing advisory or academic work.
Areas of study
- Energy economics and costing
- Energy regulation and sustainable governance
- Innovation, entrepreneurship and risk management
- Political economy of oil and geopolitics
Knowledge and skills
Build analytical tools for managerial, advisory and governance responsibilities in the energy sector and a deeper understanding of energy markets and transformation.
Programme modules
Modules listed in the supplied UPEACE brochure. The admissions team confirms the final curriculum and credit requirements for your intake.
Semester 1
UPEACE Foundation Course
UPM601 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Microeconomics
EEG-6102 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Mathematical Economics
EEG-6103 · 4 credits · 4 weeks
Leadership and Governance
EEG-6104 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Energy Costing
EEG-6105 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Energy Economics
EEG-6202 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Energy Innovation and Entrepreneurship
EEG-6108 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Semester 2
Resource Environmental Economics
EEG-6203 · 4 credits · 4 weeks
Energy Engineering
EEG-6204 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Sustainable Energy Governance
EEG-6101 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Energy regulation and governance
EEG-6201 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Political Economy of Oil and Geo-Politics
EEG-6209 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Energy Risk Management
EEG-6006 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Research Methods
EEG-6205 · 3 credits · 4 weeks
Final Graduation Project
EEG-6102 · 8 credits · 24 weeks
Teaching and assessment
Live online teaching combines discussion, participatory activities, critical reflection and applied tasks. Faculty and tutors provide course materials and feedback. Assessment includes course papers and examinations, followed by a final research project or dissertation. Field practice is included where specified in the programme curriculum.
Entry requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree; the brochure lists social or behavioural sciences, business, economics and humanities. Admissions reviews programme-specific suitability.
- Evidence of English-language competence, including previous study in English or an appropriate language assessment.
- Reliable internet access and familiarity with e-learning tools, word processing and presentations.
Application documents
Prepare a completed application form, certified Bachelor’s degree certificates and transcripts, a 300-word statement of purpose and evidence of English competence. The Africa admissions process also requests an ID or passport copy and passport photograph.
Fees and scholarships
While the standard international tuition for postgraduate programmes at the University for Peace Main Campus in Costa Rica is USD 10,000, the UPEACE Africa Regional Programme provides an automatic 50% regional scholarship to qualifying African professionals admitted to our executive online and hybrid programmes. The total tuition payable is adjusted to USD 5,000 for the complete 18-month programme. The fees are payable in instalment.
| Milestone stage | Academic checkpoint & timing | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission & Registration | Upon offer acceptance (secures seat) | $500 |
| Semester 1 – Installment 1 | Prior to commencement of Semester 1 | $750 |
| Semester 1 – Installment 2 | Before the end of Semester 1 (Prior to exams) | $750 |
| Semester 2 – Installment 1 | Prior to commencement of Semester 2 | $750 |
| Semester 2 – Installment 2 | Before the end of Semester 2 (Coursework clearance) | $750 |
| Dissertation – Installment 1 | Beginning of dissertation (Supervisor allocation) | $750 |
| Dissertation – Installment 2 | Before final thesis defense & graduation clearance | $750 |
| Total programme fee | $5,000 USD | |
Fees are payable in the seven instalments shown above. Payment instructions are issued by the UPEACE Africa finance office once an offer of admission is confirmed.
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MSc Energy Economics and Governance
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