UNLV offers a Graduate Certificate in Solar and Renewable (SRE) Energy. The SRE Certificate is designed for individuals already in possession of either a baccalaureate degree or a graduate degree. More specifically, the SRE Certificate provides a specialized qualification for career professionals in the energy industry, professionals from other fields and individuals with baccalaureate degrees seeking entry into the renewable energy field, or currently enrolled graduate students seeking an additional specialization.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing a certificate program, a graduate will be able to:
Describe challenges and opportunities within the field of renewable energy to technical and nontechnical audiences.
Identify recent research on energy infrastructure from multiple disciplines.
Evaluate information from multiple sources to make an informed decision related to renewable energy.
Career Possibilities
There are many alternative career paths for students pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Solar and Renewable Energy. The Graduate Certificate in Solar and Renewable Energy is an opportunity for students to enrich academic experiences and develop career opportunities in the field of renewable energy.
Expected August, December 2025
Start date
Expected January 2026
Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering
4505 S. Maryland Pkwy.,
LAS VEGAS,
Nevada,
89154, United States
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
A GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.00 scale is required for admission.
English Proficiency:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): (Paper-based) Minimum score - 74; (Computer-based) Minimum score - 213; (Internet-based) Minimum score - 80
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Minimum score: 6.5
Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score: 105
Michigan Test of English Language Placement (MTELP): Minimum score: 85
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score: 65
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.