Students who take classes in energy sciences are introduced to a variety of technological and environmental topics, depending on the program. These may include climate and atmosphere, renewable energy systems, geo-energy, energy and land use, biofuels and combustion technology.

A bachelor’s degree is a four-year undergraduate degree and is the standard for higher education throughout most of the world. Bachelor’s degrees can be earned at state universities, at private universities, at community colleges and via online universities.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.