Course summary

Nuclear technology is the wonder of our age. It can power our cities and help cure our illnesses. This degree is your opportunity to study the applications of nuclear physics in energy supply, medicine and propulsion systems, alongside a solid core of mainstream physics. Specialist topics extend to cover material properties and testing, propulsion systems, radiation safety and reactor design. You'll also conduct experiments in our dedicated ionising radiation laboratory. This course represents an ideal starting point for a career in the ever-expanding nuclear industries. It is accredited by the Institute of Physics. Why choose this course?

• You’ll learn in inspiring environments. We have a custom-built, on-campus observatory recognised by the International Astronomical Union, a radio telescope, a CT scanner, new microscopes, MRI scanners, a scanning tunneling microscope and an ionising radiation laboratory. This ensures that you get the practical experience you need to pursue a successful career.

• You’ll study innovative accredited courses. Our pioneering courses and research are carried out in close collaboration with university and industry partners worldwide, giving our students skills and knowledge which are highly relevant to the needs of industry. Our undergraduate MSci and BSc physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) which will help you to achieve Chartered Physicist status sooner.

• You’ll help to deliver research with impact. Our physics staff contribute to research activity in a number of areas including Superhydrophobic Surfaces, Medical Resonance Imaging, Art Conservation and Space Weather. Every year approximately ten of our students undertake paid summer placements in these research groups. NTU has recently been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for research – the highest national award achievable.

• You’ll have the opportunity to get experience. Our courses offer the opportunity to apply for a placement in the UK or abroad, giving you the real-life experience employers are looking for. Recent year-long placements have taken place at CERN, E.ON, The Netherlands Forensic Institute and Diamond Light Source. There are paid summer placements in our research groups, where you get hands-on research experience. Our students have also undertaken paid summer placements in local secondary schools and at British Antarctic Survey.