Program Overview
The Nuclear Engineering at University of Western Ontario is a MEng programme in Engineering over 24 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 engineering. 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 Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: London, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nuclear Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Engineering Project
- Nuclear Fuel Management
- Nuclear Power Plant Systems and Operations
- Control, Instrumentation and Electrical Systems in CANDU based Nuclear Power Plants
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelors Degree in Engineering with grades equivalent to a mid B or better.
- Recommended three years or more post baccalaureate engineering experience in industry or the equivalent thereof.
- Individuals with an honours undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Physics and related fields are also invited to apply.
- This program is for individuals who currently live and work within Southwestern Ontario. International applicants will only be considered once they have relocated to the area.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Western Ontario 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 Western Ontario
University of Western Ontario
London, Canada
public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
