Nuclear Energy
Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors MSc
University of BirminghamA specialist reactor-engineering MSc covering reactor physics, radiation transport, fuel cycles, nuclear materials, reactor control and fusion technology.
Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time
Programme Overview
The University of Birmingham Physics and Technology of Nuclear Reactors MSc develops advanced expertise in reactor physics and nuclear-power technology.
Students study nuclear power systems, nuclear instrumentation, radiation protection, reactor systems, fuel cycles, radiation transport, nuclear materials and reactor control.
The programme includes practical reactor-physics training and engineering study covering reactor systems and non-destructive evaluation.
Students also undertake field visits and complete a substantial research project, often connected with nuclear-industry challenges.
The programme prepares graduates for technical careers across nuclear power, reactor engineering, safety, regulation, research and consultancy.
Entry Requirements
Applicants normally require a UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject.
Suitable backgrounds include:
Physics
Engineering
Mathematics
Physical Sciences
Other closely related quantitative disciplines
Applicants should demonstrate sufficient preparation for advanced reactor physics and engineering study.
English-Language Requirements
IELTS Academic:
6.0 overall
Minimum 5.5 in each component
TOEFL iBT under the pre-January 2026 scale:
80 overall
Reading: 19
Listening: 19
Speaking: 21
Writing: 19
TOEFL under the revised 2026 scale:
4.5 overall
Minimum 4.0 in each skill
Pearson PTE Academic:
64 overall
Minimum 59 in each skill
Cambridge C1 Advanced:
169 overall
Minimum 162 in each component
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
University of Birmingham postgraduate scholarships are available to eligible UK and international students. Funding may be awarded based on: Academic merit Nationality Financial circumstances Subject area External sponsorship Nuclear-sector organisations may also provide scholarships or sponsorship opportunities. Applicants should use Birmingham's official postgraduate funding search for the relevant admission cycle.