Program Overview
The Nuclear and Ionising Radiation Technology at Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS) is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nuclear and Ionising Radiation Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Pavia, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nuclear and Ionising Radiation Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Industrial and medical applications of ionizing radiation
- Production of Radio-isotopes and of radio-pharmaceuticals
- Environmental Radioactivity detection and control methods
- Nuclear technologies applied to different productive/commercial sectors (industrial, food and agricultural) and to research
- Radiation protection applied to radiation sources of different type and utilization
- Radioactive and Nuclear Waste Management
- Decommissioning of Nuclear Plants
- Implementation of Integrated Management Systems for nuclear facilities and activities
- Nuclear and ionizing radiation Risk Assessment and Management
- Safety and Security of nuclear installation and radiation sources
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 4/5 years University education degree in scientific disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Biology)
- knowledge of English
- Minimum: 10 students/Maximum: 20 students
The selection is based on evaluation of the documents and a final interview.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS)
Institute for Advanced Study of Pavia (IUSS)
Pavia, Italy
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-06-18
- Start Date 2018-11-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months