Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management,PGDip

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 31,500 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management,PGDip

About

Course overview

Prepare for a career in the nuclear industry through our Nuclear Decommissioning and Waste Management Masters programme. Develop the scientific understanding and practical skills to address challenges in nuclear decommissioning, waste management and remediation.

Enhance your understanding of nuclear sciences, geosciences and materials science, preparing you for an exciting job or research role. There’s a high demand for skilled graduates in this field as work continues to decommission the current fleet of reactors.

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You'll begin the programme with an intro/induction day and then focus on gaining fundamentals in nuclear science and technology in terms of gaining knowledge and experience of practical and computing skills. Later on in the term you'll begin to learn specialist knowledge in your chosen area.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

Career

Career opportunities

You'll be in high demand thanks to the significant shortage of skilled graduates in nuclear decommissioning and waste management, both in the UK and globally. You'll graduate as a highly trained professional ready to make an impact in the Nuclear Industry. The research skills you'll acquire during this course will also lay a strong foundation for pursuing further postgraduate study towards a PhD.