BEng Nuclear Engineering at McMaster University

Build fundamental skills and explore the complex topics of nuclear engineering in this Bachelor of Engineering. Through labs and design projects, you’ll explore reactor physics, thermal systems, materials science, nuclear fuels and radiation protection. You’ll be well-prepared for careers in nuclear power generation — such as reactor design, safety regulation and operations — helping advance clean energy and infrastructure resilience.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Engineering Physics  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: co-op  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study the possibilities of nuclear engineering in a unique learning environment at McMaster University. From topics ranging from heat transfer and material science to control systems, reactor physics and chemistry, you’ll graduate with interdisciplinary knowledge of nuclear engineering.

Career pathways

Graduates will be career-ready for high-demand areas such as reactor safety, radiation protection and nuclear instrumentation.

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