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University of Bristol: Nuclear Science and Engineering
| Institution | University of Bristol View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Faculty of Science and Engineering |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate |
| nuclear-msc@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Nuclear Science and Engineering is an exciting area of research and industrial investment in the UK. Nuclear energy has historically supplied around 20% of the UK's electricity, and significant investments are underway into the construction of new reactors at Hinkley Point C, with Sizewell C and further new reactors expected in the coming decade. The existing generation of advanced gas-cooled reactors are been decommissioned, and new, advanced fission, such as High Temperature Gas-cooled Reactors (HTGR), fusion reactors, such as the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP), and small modular reactors (SMR) are being designed. As a result, there is huge demand for graduates with the knowledge and skills to work in the nuclear industry.
Our MSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering teaches you the science and engineering background to the operation of nuclear fission and fusion energy. The MSc prepares you for a career in industry or academia, combining the strengths of our science and engineering faculties with an established programme of nationally recognised industrial research.
The MSc has been developed and delivered in partnership with industry, including a focus on nuclear professionalism. After completing the programme, you will be familiar with the nuclear industry and its unique safety culture, which will prepare you to enter the industry or continue in academia. The programme offers a unique multidisciplinary experience and is a key part of the South West Nuclear Hub. The MSc is endorsed by the Nuclear Institute (NI), the professional body representing nuclear professionals in the UK.
Our industrial partners, including EDF Energy, Amentum, UKNNL, Sellafield Ltd., UKAEA, Kyoto Fusioneering, Rolls Royce and many others, sponsor and provide guidance on some of our student research projects. Students can apply for bursaries from industry partners they have worked with during their placement. Additionally, bursaries contributing towards living costs are available for home students, which are funded through UKAEA’s FOSTER Programme, DESNZ and TNIBF.
The University of Bristol is ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021), with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
More information on the MSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering is available on the South West Nuclear Hub Teaching pages: https://southwestnuclearhub.ac.uk/teaching/msc/
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in an Engineering or Science discipline. Applicants with degrees in Geology, Geography, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences or any science subject outside of Physics or Chemistry must demonstrate mathematical knowledge either with a Grade C or above in A-level Mathematics (or international equivalent) or a 2.1 in three different quantitative or physics modules from the following units: * Advanced Maths (introductory maths does not count towards maths unit requirements) If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply. We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement. If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional relevant work experience or qualifications. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing: - evidence of relevant work experience (minimum 1 year) in the nuclear sector or a closely linked engineering sector (eg aerospace, oil and gas, automobile) See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 35900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 35900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Nuclear Science and Engineering is an exciting area of research and industrial investment in the UK. Nuclear energy supplies around 20% of the UK's electricity, and significant investments are underway into the construction of new reactors at Hinkley Point C, with Sizewell C and further new reactors expected in the coming decade. The existing generation of advanced gas-cooled reactors are been decommissioned, and new, advanced fission and fusion reactors are being designed. As a result, there is huge demand for graduates with the knowledge and skills to work in the nuclear industry.
Our MSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering teaches you the science and engineering background to the operation of nuclear fission and fusion energy. The MSc prepares you for a career in industry or academia, combining the strengths of our science and engineering faculties with an established programme of nationally recognised industrial research.
The MSc has been developed and delivered in partnership with industry, including a focus on nuclear professionalism. After completing the programme, you will be familiar with the nuclear industry and its unique safety culture, which will prepare you to enter the industry or continue in academia. The programme offers a unique multidisciplinary experience and is a key part of the South West Nuclear Hub.
Our industrial partners, including EDF, Jacobs, NNL, UKAEA and many others, sponsor and provide guidance on some of our student research projects. In previous years, some students have even received a bursary from partners they have worked with during their placement.
The University of Bristol is ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021), with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
More information on the MSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering is available on the South West Nuclear Hub Teaching pages: https://southwestnuclearhub.ac.uk/teaching/msc/
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in an Engineering or Science discipline. Applicants with degrees in Geology, Geography, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences or any science subject outside of Physics or Chemistry must demonstrate mathematical knowledge either with a Grade C or above in A-level Mathematics (or international equivalent) or a 2.1 in three different quantitative or physics modules from the following units: * Advanced Maths (introductory maths does not count towards maths unit requirements) If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply. We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing details of your relevant qualifications: * evidence of relevant work experience in the nuclear sector or a closely linked engineering sector (eg aerospace, oil and gas, automobile); See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 34900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 34900 GBP for Year 1 |
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