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This integrated masters programmes are undergraduate programmes that contain an extra year of study at postgraduate level. Combining undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single continuous programme.

This Mechanical Engineering (Nuclear Science) (Hons) programme at University of Plymouth allows you to gain a broad knowledge base from your undergraduate studies and then progress to more advanced or specialised work at postgraduate level.

A focus on nuclear science and the environment

You will take a module developed with Babcock International and the UK Ministry of Defence that introduces you to the nuclear industry: Going Nuclear: Nuclear Applications for Science and Engineering.With the nuclear sector forecast to require an additional 40,000 qualified personnel nationally by 2030, this module is your introduction to that world – covering nuclear fission and fusion, reactor functionality, radiation protection and waste management, with a consistent focus on safety and the environment.Hands-on workshops bring theory to life. University academics and Babcock and MoD professionals working at the heart of the nuclear enterprise will share their real-world insights and experiences that will prepare you for one of the most dynamic fields of science and engineering.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Science

Engineering Mathematics

Mechanics and Structures

Engineering Materials

Engineering Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering Nuclear Engineering View 351 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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76

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4

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCSE: Mathematics and English at grade C or above is required.
A levels: 120 points from a minimum of 2 A levels.
International Baccalaureate: 30 overall to include 5 at Higher Level Mathematics and 3 at Higher Level in a second relevant subject.
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: BTEC Qualifications are not accepted for MEng. They may be considered in combination with additional qualifications or experience.
Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 points, including H3 in Maths and H5 in a second relevant Higher Level subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within.
SQA Advanced Higher: 120 points, including grade C in Advanced Higher Maths and Grade E in a second relevant Advanced Higher subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19800 GBP / year

≈ 19800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10050 GBP / year

≈ 10050 GBP / year

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

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Overview

A focus on nuclear science and the environment

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Plymouth

Funding

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