Course Overview 

Hosted by the Atlantic Marine Energy Center, Introduction to Marine Energy is a fully funded, week-long intensive course designed to introduce the fundamentals of marine energy. This course will be held from August 3-9, 2025 at the University of New Hampshire and will include immersive experiences at Chase Ocean Engineering Lab, Shoals Marine Lab, and other UNH facilities.  Students will participate in lecture-style sessions as well as lab activities and simulations led by AMEC faculty. In addition to course work, students should expect to interact with marine energy industry professionals and gain a broader understanding of the current state of science and industry. Download the Full Course Details attachment (TBA) for more information. 

The tentative course plan includes: Lectures on Energy Overview, Transition to Renewable Energy, Energy Policy, Marine Energy (ME) Resources and Overview, ME intro: Tidal (Current), Wave, Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion, Offshore Wind, Powering the Blue Economy (PBE) Applications, ME & PBE Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Considerations and Permitting, Microgrids and Storage, Energy-Water system (at Shoals Marine Laboratory): tours and exercises/projects w/ system data, Chase Ocean Engineering Lab: Tours, Lab Experiments: Tidal Turbine, Wave Energy Conversion, AMEC research flash talks, Student Presentations. 

Learning Outcomes 

• Understand the role of marine energy within the global energy transition, as well as the availability and feasibility of marine energy resources. 

• Learn about the fundamentals of marine energy conversion and available technologies, including tidal and wave energy conversion technologies. 

• Learn about environmental and regulatory considerations surrounding marine energy. 

• Learn about how stakeholder engagement can advance the marine energy sector. 

• Gain hands-on experience through lab demonstrations and project-based learning. 

• Expand networks and engage with other students, industry experts, and academics. 

Who Should Apply 
This course is designed for advanced undergraduate students (rising seniors and exemplary rising juniors) and beginning graduate students interested in the field of marine energy. Applications are open to all students from all majors in the U.S. who meet the other application requirements. We cannot accept international students who do not already have a student visa and reside in the U.S. 

 Application Materials 
Completed application form: Apply here
Required Documents from students: one page Personal Statement, Resume, Transcript (unofficial transcript acceptable) 
Letter of Recommendation from Faculty or Advisor (in a separate email to course organizers )

 Selection criteria: 
Student overall preparation and coursework 
Information provided in personal statement and letter of recommendation 

Award includes: 
Full board and lodging on location in Durham, NH 
Travel expenses 
Other course fees 

 Expectations from selected candidates 
In-person attendance and participation in all of the modules of the course 
Willingness to board a research vessel  

 Application Timeline: 
Applications due by: January 10, 2025, letter of recommendation can be submitted by January 24. 
Notification of acceptance or waitlist: February 10, 2025. 
Commitment deadline: March 15, 2025.