Research into fusion is entering an exciting new era, with several large facilities aiming to achieve the crucial milestone of net energy gain.
To create sustained fusion reactions, fusion fuel must be heated to 100 million degrees. The fuel is rapidly converted to plasma, which is extremely difficult to confine and control. New international facilities using high-energy lasers and superconducting magnets are crucial steps on the way to reliable fusion energy, but there are still many challenges to overcome.
This MSc will prepare you to address these challenges. You will be equipped in theoretical concepts, and computational and technical skills to understand and address the need to develop fusion and plasma technologies. You will have opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research under the guidance of experts at the York Plasma Institute and School of Physics, Engineering and Technology.
You'll have unrivalled opportunities to interact with world-class international fusion experts, making the MSc in Fusion Energy an excellent way to explore your interest in fusion and prepare for a career in this field.
Women in science
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