Why an MSC Nuclear Science and Technology?
A national collaboration for nuclear excellence
This taught master's degree is offered by the Nuclear Technology Education Consortium (NTEC) which is comprised of the Universities of Birmingham, Central Lancashire, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield and the Nuclear Department of the Defence Academy.
Together these institutions represent more than 90% of the nuclear postgraduate teaching expertise residing in the UK's universities and research institutes, meaning that you'll graduate with a firm grounding in nuclear science and technology, and be able to thrive in a substantial, exciting industry.
Master's course
MSc by Research Physics
The Department of Physics and Astronomy also offers a one-year full-time research degree which provides the opportunity to carry out a research project while gaining valuable skills and knowledge through a tailored taught package. The programme includes 45 credit taught units and a dissertation project equivalent to 135 credits, creating a standard 180 credit postgraduate MSc by Research programme.
How you’ll learn
Flexible learning
This course unit programme is available on either a full-time or part-time basis. The mode of study can be either direct taught, distance learning, or a combination of both.
It addresses a broad range of disciplines in Nuclear Science and Technology it is particularly concerned with ongoing liabilities and the nuclear legacy and is designed to assist companies and individuals in meeting the challenge of this important industry.
Career
Where this MSc can take you
Plug a skills gap for specialist engineers in the building, operating and decommissioning of nuclear reactors through our MSc Nuclear Science and Technology course. The aim of this programme is to give graduates and professionals a firm grounding in Nuclear Science and 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.
Careers service
At Manchester, we don’t just teach you — we support you in planning your future from day one. You’ll have the access to our award winning careers service.
Your careers advisors have put together a guide to preparing for your study at Manchester, and how to make the most of your time here.
How to apply
Apply for our MSc by Research Physics course
If you’re interested in applying to the taught master's at Manchester, here’s what you need to know.
Contact us
Have any questions? Get in touch
MSc Nuclear Science and Technology enquiries
General postgraduate enquiries