The nuclear engineering graduate program offers the master of science, the doctor of engineering, and the doctor of philosophy degrees. B.S. in a field of engineering or suitable physical science is a prerequisite for admission into the nuclear engineering graduate program. The master's degree program is designed to provide training and expertise in the design of nuclear energy systems, us of nuclear technology for medical as well as industrial applications. Both thesis and without thesis options are available for M.S. degree program with a minimum of 30 credit hours required for successful completion. Research areas of specialization include:
- Reactor design and safety
- Thermal hydraulics
- Radiation effects
- Radiation dosimetry, protection and health physics
- Radiation transport and shielding
- Space nuclear power
- Materials for nuclear applications
- Nuclear fuel cycle
- Radioactive waste management
- Radiation imaging and its applications in medicine and industry
- Radiation measurements and spectroscopy
For the Ph.D. program, a research project with a written dissertation of high caliber demonstrating candidate's capacity to conduct independent and original research, to critically analyze results and to infer sound conclusions is necessary. The dissertation must produce original research results acceptable for publication in a refereed journal. To facilitate high quality research, the nuclear engineering program has the following laboratory facilities: