Nuclear Engineering Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)

Overview

The Nuclear Engineering programme at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) includes important areas of material science, with a particular interest in the fuel cycle, as well as radiation protection and nuclear measurements. All subjects are taught by academics appointed by the partner universities. Exercises and hands-on sessions take place in the specialised laboratories and research reactors of SCK CEN and are supervised by members of the research staff. Moreover, the programme works closely with representatives of utility companies and power plants and you'll have ample opportunities to visit research and industrial nuclear facilities. Last but not least, your master's thesis offers the chance for an internship in industry or a research lab. In other words: you're sure to develop your nuclear skills and attitudes in environments at the forefront of international nuclear research.

After graduation

This master's programme is aimed at educating young engineers in nuclear engineering, its applications and its safe use, and to develop and maintain high-level nuclear competences in Belgium and abroad. Interested in researching and developing the processes used to derive benefits from nuclear energy, test applications to increase its efficiency or safety or design nuclear equipment? Want to ensure effective operation and maintenance of nuclear power plants or take the lead in decomissioning nuclear facilities? Or maybe you'd rather be involved in medical radio isotope production or develop other innovative medical, industrial or energy-related applications? Whatever your ambitions, this master's programme lets you explore all facets of nuclear technology - as an ideal stepping stone for a successful career.

Accreditation

All degree programs offered by VUB are accredited by the Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organisation (NVAO), ensuring that they meet the highest predefined quality standards. Alongside this official quality control system, VUB has an internal Quality Control Commission in charge of permanently monitoring the quality of education.