Master of Engineering (Hons) in Nuclear Engineering
University of Birmingham
UK,England
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48 Months
Duration
CAD 27,180/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1900
Total Students: 38,000 +
Int. Students: 5,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT United Kingdom
Master of Engineering (Hons) in Nuclear Engineering
Program Overview
Our unique Nuclear Engineering MEng degree programme was designed in response to demand from industry for a new generation of graduates with the knowledge to build the nuclear power plants of the future.
This unique Nuclear Engineering MEng degree course is designed to develop the skills and understanding required to prepare you for the Nuclear Sector. One of the major challenges the UK faces is reshaping how it generates electricity as there is a move away from fossil fuels. The Government are investing in the construction of a suite of new nuclear power stations to deliver 20-40% of the UK’s electricity, both to replace retiring plants and for increased capacity. There is a significant demand for graduates to work in this rapidly growing sector.
With more than 60 years’ experience in teaching the physics of nuclear reactors and more than 100 years’ experience of teaching materials science, Birmingham is one of the best places to study nuclear science. You will be taught by experts in the field enabling you to gain strong theoretical and practical skills in the subject.
Our multidisciplinary Birmingham Centre for Nuclear Education and Research boasts world-leading research and facilities and has strong links with the nuclear industry, which recruits extensively from our educational programmes.
Why study Nuclear Engineering MEng at Birmingham?
- University active in graduating students for the nuclear industry uninterruptedly for the past 60+ years
- Course focuses on the fundamental physics and engineering challenges facing the industry, resulting in graduates with the knowledge and skills required to both work on decommissioning, current nuclear projects, research, and future developments
- Students get hands-on practice using different types of radiation detectors and handling radioactive sources
- World-leading facilities including two particle accelerators which can be used to simulate the effect of radiation on power plant components
- An opportunity to apply for an industrial placement
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 27,180 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Birmingham
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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