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University of Birmingham - College of Engineering and Physical Sciences MSc Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors
University of Birmingham - College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

MSc Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors

Birmingham, United Kingdom

1 up to 2 Years

English

Full time, Part time

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GBP 10,530 / per year **

On-Campus

* for UK students I International applicants will close 7 May 2024

** for UK students|£29,340 for international students

Introduction

The environmental impact of the use of fossil fuels and the uncertainties in their sources of supply have led to many alternative energy sources being investigated. But of these, only nuclear fission power is at present sufficiently developed to provide an economically viable alternative to fossil fuels.

This program began in 1956 with the building of the first nuclear reactor in Britain. Since then we have continually updated the areas of study and degree of specialization to reflect the increasing sophistication of the field. At the same time, we have maintained the overall breadth of the course because we feel this allows new entrants to the field to gain a perspective that will be of continuous help in their future careers. This program is also available as a 2-year part-time course.

The taught element consists of 180 credits. You will study 120 credits of taught modules and also undertake a 60-credit research project. This project may be conducted at the University, but more frequently in recent years, we have arranged for projects to be undertaken within the industry, giving students an opportunity for direct interaction and enhancing their employment prospects.

Why study Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors Masters at Birmingham?

  • Studentships are sponsored by the UK nuclear industry, providing excellent and effective entry routes into careers in this stimulating field for physicists, mathematicians, metallurgists, or engineers
  • Expand your horizons with visits to a variety of nuclear establishments throughout the academic year visits are made to a variety of nuclear establishments
  • Spend one day at a training reactor where the reactor operators are trained

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