Water Current Energy Conversion Short Course

• 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 technologies. 

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

• Learn about environmental and regulatory considerations surrounding marine energy. 

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

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

This course is designed for advanced undergraduate students (rising seniors and exemplary rising juniors) and beginning graduate students interested in marine energy. Applications are open to all U.S. students from all majors 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. 

Completed application form  
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 )

Student overall preparation and coursework 

Information provided in personal statement and letter of recommendation 

Full board and lodging on location in Wanchese, NC 
Travel expenses 
Other course fees 

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

Applications due by: January 31, 2026.
Notification of acceptance or waitlist: February 28, 2026. 
Commitment deadline: March 30, 2026.