Nuclear Energy
Nuclear Science and Engineering MSc
University of BristolA one-year multidisciplinary MSc covering nuclear fission and fusion, reactor physics, nuclear engineering, materials, safety culture and industry practice.
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Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time
Programme Overview
The University of Bristol Nuclear Science and Engineering MSc provides multidisciplinary education in the science and engineering of nuclear fission and fusion energy.
Core study includes nuclear science, reactor engineering and materials, reactor physics and research skills.
Students gain understanding of nuclear-industry safety culture and professional practice.
The programme includes interdisciplinary group work and a substantial three-month research placement that is frequently aligned with major nuclear-industry partners.
The degree prepares graduates for careers in the expanding nuclear-energy sector or progression into doctoral research.
Entry Requirements
Applicants normally require an upper second-class honours degree or equivalent international qualification in an Engineering or Science discipline.
Applicants from some disciplines outside Physics and Chemistry must demonstrate sufficient mathematical preparation.
Relevant quantitative preparation may include:
Calculus
Differential equations
Linear algebra
Mechanics
Programming
Nuclear physics
Thermodynamics
Statistics
Other advanced mathematics or physics modules
Relevant nuclear-sector or closely related engineering experience may strengthen applications below the standard academic requirement.
English-Language Requirements
University of Bristol English-language Profile E applies.
Applicants must satisfy Bristol's current Profile E requirement using an approved qualification.
Accepted qualifications may include IELTS Academic, TOEFL and other University-approved tests.
Applicants should verify the current overall and component requirements on Bristol's official English-language page before applying.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
Nuclear Science and Engineering Bursaries Eligible Home-fee students may receive bursaries supporting living costs. For the 2026–27 cycle, awards of £6,500 were available through nuclear-industry and government partners. Industry-Supported Research Funding Programme partners may provide funding or project-related support. University of Bristol Scholarships International applicants may also use Bristol's wider postgraduate scholarship and funding schemes. Eligibility and deadlines vary by award.