Overview

The field of nuclear physics aims to understand the structure and dynamics of nuclear systems. The field is motivated to answer questions on how the Universe is evolving, how stars develop and how the basic constituents of matter interact. The research in this Nuclear Physics by Research course offered at The University of Manchester also has applications that benefit society in diverse areas, from medicine and security to power production.

Career opportunities

A research degree in physics is highly regarded by employers as evidence of a thorough training in numerate problem-solving and opens a wide range of possible career choices. In addition to continuing physics research in industry, an MSc provides the entry level training to undertake a PhD in physics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Thermodynamics

Chemical Properties from Potential Energy Surfaces

Photochemistry

Modern Physical Organic Chemistry

Molecular energy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics Nuclear Engineering View 15 other Masters in Nuclear Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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90

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70

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The standard academic entry requirement for an MSc by Research in the Faculty of Science and Engineering is an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline directly relevant to the MSc by Research (or international equivalent).

Tuition Fees

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29400 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

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Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

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