Embark on a transformative journey with the 'Modelling and Optimisation of Advanced Energy Systems' module, where you will lay the groundwork and then build your proficiency in the dynamic and increasingly essential field of energy system analysis at a master's level. This module is tailored to enhance your understanding and practical skill set in the modelling, simulation, and optimisation of energy and renewable energy systems.Through this module, you will:• Grasp the foundational concepts of energy system modelling and simulation process. You will learn how to represent energy systems using state variables, develop energy and mass balance equations, and apply simulation parameters that are critical for accurate modelling.• Dive into the core elements of simulation, acquainting yourself with the tools and techniques to bring theoretical models to a virtual representation. You'll gain the ability to simulate energy systems under various operational conditions to predict performance and identify potential improvements.• Progress to sophisticated optimisation techniques, where you will tackle real-world challenges by determining the most desirable outcomes for energy systems. Learn how to set objective functions and constraints and explore various optimisation strategies to make systems more efficient and sustainable.• Familiarise yourself with the latest software and computational tools that are integral to the modelling and optimisation process. Hands-on exercises will enable you to utilise these tools for the analysis and enhancement of energy system designs.• Establish a comprehensive understanding of how to evaluate energy system performances, including operational costs, environmental impact, and investment returns. Through this, you'll learn to apply thermo-economic and environmental perspectives to your evaluations.• Culminate your learning experience with a practical project, where you will apply your newly acquired simulation and optimisation knowledge to a real-world-based case study. This will not only solidify your understanding but also prepare you for tackling complex energy system challenges in your future career.This module is your pathway to becoming a highly skilled energy engineer who can confidently model, simulate, and optimise advanced energy systems, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and renewable energy solutions across the globe.