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MSc Nuclear Science and Technology at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

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. For more information please visit the NTEC website .

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Physics & Astronomy  |  Duration: 1 Year [Full-Time]; 2 years or 3 Years [Part-Time]  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time (in person or distance learning) / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course unit programme is available on either a full-time or part-timebasis. The mode of study can be either direct taught, distance learning, or a combination of both.

Career pathways

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. See below some of the roles our graduates are now employed in: Safety Engineer Mechanical Engineer Nuclear Safety Consultant Senior Engineer Consultant Manchester is the most targeted university by graduate employers*.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum academic entry requirements for a Masters programme will be a Lower Second UK honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science or engineering discipline. For applicants with some years' industrial experience, a lesser qualification may be acceptable. English language: IELTS:. Interview: No interview is required for this course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,900 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 37,000 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 Year [Full-Time]; 2 years or 3 Years [Part-Time]

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