Nuclear Energy
Master of Engineering in Nuclear Engineering
Pennsylvania State UniversityA flexible 30-credit professional nuclear engineering master's covering advanced reactor, radiation and nuclear technology topics for working engineers.
Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
Online
Duration
30 credits; flexible part-time completion
Programme Overview
Pennsylvania State University's Master of Engineering in Nuclear Engineering is a professional graduate degree designed for engineers seeking advanced nuclear expertise while continuing their careers.
The 30-credit programme offers flexible study across advanced nuclear-engineering subjects.
Students can tailor coursework to professional interests while developing deeper understanding of nuclear systems, radiation, reactor technologies and associated engineering methods.
The programme is non-thesis and is taught by Penn State Nuclear Engineering faculty.
Its online structure makes it suitable for professionals working in nuclear power, engineering organisations, government, consultancy and related technical sectors.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognised bachelor's degree equivalent to a four-year US Bachelor's degree.
Applicants are normally expected to hold a Bachelor of Science degree in a suitable engineering field.
Relevant backgrounds can include:
Nuclear Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Engineering
Other closely related engineering disciplines
Applicants should have sufficient mathematics, science and engineering preparation for graduate-level nuclear engineering.
English-Language Requirements
International applicants whose previous education does not satisfy Penn State's English-language exemption criteria must meet the current Penn State graduate English-proficiency requirement.
Accepted qualifications may include TOEFL, IELTS and other approved tests.
Applicants should verify the current minimum scores and exemption conditions through the Penn State Graduate School before applying.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
Penn State World Campus students may be eligible for selected scholarships, employer tuition assistance and external funding. Employer Sponsorship Working professionals may use employer-sponsored education benefits where available. Professional Society Scholarships Nuclear engineering students may be eligible for scholarships from organisations such as the American Nuclear Society. Military and Veterans Benefits Eligible students may use applicable military education benefits. External nuclear-industry scholarships and sponsorship programmes may also be available.