MSc Environmental and Engineering Geology (Nuclear Science) at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

An MSc combining environmental and engineering geology with specialist insight into the nuclear industry. It covers site characterisation and contamination assessment and includes a module developed with Babcock International and the UK Ministry of Defence.

Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time route available) | Study mode: full-time, part-time route available | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Soil and Rock Mechanics, Characterisation and Field Skills, Geohazards and the Built Environment, Site Investigation and Land Quality, and Going Nuclear: Nuclear Applications for Science and Engineering, with Professional Placement Experience and a 60-credit dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates move into geotechnical and environmental consultancy and related industries, with nuclear-sector insight from the Babcock-developed module.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree (normally lower second class or better) in a relevant discipline such as geography, environmental science, geological sciences, or geotechnical or civil engineering, or an overseas equivalent; a recent lower second with relevant industry experience is also considered, as is relevant industry experience without recent formal qualifications. A minimum of GCSE English Language grade C or IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5. Applicants provide transcripts or certificates, a personal statement of about 250-400 words, a CV and proof of sponsorship if applicable.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Duration: 1 year

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