Program Overview
The Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management MSc PGDip at University of Birmingham is a MSc programme in Business & Management 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 business & management. 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 Decommissioning and Waste Management MSc PGDip programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management MSc PGDip programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Nuclear Radiation and Decay
- Radiation Detection
- Radiation Dosimetry
- Radiation Protection
- Reactor Systems
- Nuclear Fuel Cycle
- Radiation Shielding
- Introduction to radiochemistry
- Waste forms and classification
- Waste Processing and Treatment
- Encapsulation
- Waste Management and Storage
- Geological Storage
- Environmental Impact of Nuclear Power
- Site Monitoring and Assessment
- Decommissioning
- Environmental Remediation
- Environmental Modelling
- Policy, Public Perception and Accountability
- Nuclear Regulation for Waste Management
- Programme Management and Contracts
- Project Appraisal and Financing
- Radiation Detection and Measurement Lab
- Materials & Analysis Lab
- Computing & Numerical Analysis
- Materials & Analysis Lab
- Computing & Numerical Analysis
- Case Study Exercise
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
2.1 Honours Degree normally required in a related discipline. Lower entry requirements may be acceptable if you demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,190 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham 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 University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2003-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months