Program Overview
The Physics: Nuclear Technology at University of Glasgow is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Physics: Nuclear Technology 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: EUR 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physics: Nuclear Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced data analysis
- Detection and analysis of ionising radiation
- Environmental radioactivity
- Imaging and detectors
- Nuclear power reactors
- Research skills
- Extended project
- Advanced electromagnetic theory
- Advanced nuclear physics
- Computational physics laboratory
- Dynamics, electrodynamics and relativity
- Energy and environment
- Medical imaging
- Nuclear and particle physics
- Relativistic quantum fields
- Statistical mechanics
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).
A 2:1 Honours degree in Physics or a related subject.
International students\xc2\xa0with\xc2\xa0academic\xc2\xa0qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution,\xc2\xa0Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 19,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 7,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Glasgow 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 Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
University of Glasgow 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 2014-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months