This course will give you a thorough understanding of the radiation and environmental protection aspects of nuclear physics.

This includes in-depth knowledge of radiation protection, showing you how the technical and organisational procedures of the discipline may be applied to the broader concept of environmental protection. The substantial practical element of this course enables you to relate taught material to industry-relevant applications.

Formal lectures are complemented with work in specialist radiation laboratories. These were recently refurbished as part of a £1m upgrade to our facilities. In these facilities, you will work with a wide range of radioactive sources and radiation detectors. There is also an extended project in the spring and an 11-week MSc dissertation project in the summer.

Previous graduates have gone on to work for a wide range of employees including: EDF-Energy, the Environment Agency, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, the Ministry of Defence, the Department for Transport, the Embassy of Pakistan, the UAE Government, and several international universities, hospitals and government organisations.