BERLIN--(Business Wire/Korea Newswire) December 5, 2014 -- The new international Master´s degree programme ‘Energy and Resource Efficiency (http://goo.gl/hmXBr3)’, which can be studied part-time and location-independent, has been launched by the Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin (http://goo.gl/VeSmYv) together with the Renewables Academy AG (RENAC, http://goo.gl/1SWVPi). This programme starts on April 2015.

With a focus on energy and resource efficiency, ERE International provides students with interdisciplinary technical, economic, political and legal knowledge in energy supply, industry, built environment and commerce. Students will gain the skills to make successful managerial decisions on resource allocation, understand approaches for sound policy and legal frameworks, as well as economics and, ultimately, enhance their prospective career in a fast developing field. Moreover, the students will have an option to participate in the two-week On-Campus Time in Berlin and gain insight into industry through field trips, learn in face-to-face lessons and built an international network through hands-on trainings.

ERE International has been conceived for professionals with both technical and non-technical profiles working in the industry or public sector. Engineers, economists, architects or natural scientists, among others, can develop skills in the fields of energy and resource efficiency thanks to its multiple applications and pursue a specialisation in these innovative technologies.

Efficient use of energy and resources drives down costs and increases competitiveness, improves life standards, has a positive impact on the environment and contributes to the security of supplies. Economic, environmental and strategic motivations push private companies and governments to develop new professionals with the skills to reach ambitious energy and resources saving targets. Entirely taught in English, ERE International is conceived to satisfy the demand for highly qualified professionals worldwide.

Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin offers a wide range of courses in applied engineering, applied sciences and applied economics. It counts with more than 30 years of experience in conducting Distance Learning programmes.

RENAC, a globally operating expert on training for renewable energies and energy efficiency serves as bridge between students and the industry.

The Master of Science can be obtained in 2,5 years. Applications will be accepted starting from 1st February 2015. For further information please visit ERE International’s website (http://goo.gl/hmXBr3).