Master of Philosophy in Nuclear Energy at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The MPhil programme in Nuclear Energy, offered by the Department of Engineering in collaboration with the Cambridge Nuclear Energy Centre is a one-year full-time nuclear technology master's programme for engineers and scientists who wish to make a difference to the problems of climate change and energy security by developing nuclear power generation. This programme was created in response to the emerging nuclear renaissance in the UK and around the world. In order to realise significant nuclear ambitions, a growing workforce of nuclear-skilled people is required.

What you will study

Finally, graduates will gain research experience, having planned, executed, and evaluated an original investigative piece of work through a major dissertation. Plan, execute and critically evaluate an original and individual investigative piece of work through a major dissertation. The first part will include a report (of up to 4,000 words) and a ten-minute oral presentation.

Career pathways

This flexibility reflects the wide and varied needs of the nuclear industry. The course is designed to cater not only to students wishing to enter the nuclear and energy industries, but also to those considering career paths in areas such as nuclear proliferation prevention, radiological protection, nuclear governance, nuclear medicine and health physics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a Good II.i Honours Degree. This course has been designed for top engineers and scientists with some post-degree experience, not necessarily in the nuclear industry, or new graduates who want to equip themselves with the knowledge and the skills to build a career in nuclear energy. You should have well-developed technical skills and a good degree in engineering or a related science subject (such as physics, chemistry or materials science). English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,760 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 45,018 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 11 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/egegmpmne/apply

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