MSc Nuclear Science and Technology
Manchester, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 12,200 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
* MSc full-time UK students. MSc full-time International, including EU, students per annum: £19,863
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Introduction
Course description
There is a substantial continuing need for specialist engineers to service the nuclear industry for the operation and decommissioning of the existing reactors, and a growing worldwide programme of building new reactors. Against this background, The University of Manchester is offering a postgraduate programme in Nuclear Science & Technology to help supply the industry with expertise level to help fill the predicted skills gap.
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
Launched in 2009, the HEA's annual PTES is the only sector-wide survey to gain insight from taught postgraduate students about their learning and teaching experience.
The survey focuses on students' experiences regarding
- Teaching and learning
- Engagement
- Assessment and Feedback
- Organisation and Management
- Resources and Services
- Skills Development
The Department of Physics and Astronomy is proud that 96% of students on the MSc in Nuclear Science and Technology are satisfied overall with the course.
Admissions
Curriculum
Coursework and assessment
Assessment is by written examination, assignment and end of year project/dissertation.
Course unit details
This modular programme is available on either a full-time or part-time basis. The mode of study can be either direct taught, distance learning, or a combination of both.
It addresses a broad range of disciplines in Nuclear Science & Technology it is particularly concerned with ongoing liabilities and the nuclear legacy and is designed to assist companies and individuals in meeting the challenge of this important industry.
The part-time programme option offers the opportunity for employees to gain a postgraduate qualification whilst remaining in full-time employment.
Part-time MSc taken over 3 years:
- Year 1: 4 modules (Successful completion attains Postgraduate Certificate)
- Year 2: 4 modules (Successful completion attains Postgraduate Diploma)
- Year 3: Project & Dissertation (Successful completion attains MSc)
Part-time MSc taken over 2 years:
- 8 modules are taken over the two year period with the project and dissertation also being completed in the second year.
Full-time MSc taken over 1 year:
- 8 modules are taken over a period of approximately 9 months. The project and dissertation then follows.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
The aim of this programme is to give graduates and professionals a firm grounding in Nuclear Science & Technology in order to facilitate their advancement in this substantial industry.
Program Admission Requirements
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