Overview

The Radiometrics - Instrumentation and Modelling programme from University of Liverpool is suitable for students with first degrees in physical sciences and engineering who are looking for a career in sectors such as nuclear-related industries, healthcare, security, radiation protection and environmental monitoring, as well as further study.

It has a strong emphasis on practical laboratory skills using the state-of-the art equipment in our teaching laboratories, complementing the theoretical knowledge and advanced modelling skills you will learn.

Many modules are also taken by participants from industry as part of their Continuing Professional Development, so you will have opportunities to learn first hand about what it’s like to work at some of the UK’s leading employers in the sector.

Career prospects

This course will equip you with the necessary specific skills for a career in any industry involving radiation and radiation detectors. You will also develop valuable transferrable skills for other industries or to go on to further study.
Previous graduates have begun careers in academia and other research environments, in industry (for example in the nuclear and nuclear related industries), in financial services, health services, the scientific civil service and further education both in the UK and abroad.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

High Resolution Gamma Spectrometry
Alpha Spectrometry
Neutrons: Detection And Modelling
Statistics
Radiation Protection And Dosimetry
Radiation Shielding
Applied High Resolution Gamma Spectrometry
Applied Alpha Spectrometry
Applied Neutrons: Detection And Modelling
Statistics, Data Collection And Analysis
Applied Radiation Protection And Dosimetry
Radiation Shielding Assignment

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-12 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-29 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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100

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69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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135

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7

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General requirements

Applicants are required to have completed a degree in a physical science, or a closely related subject. Relevant industrial experience can be an alternative, subject to references.
The university also encourages applications from those from non-traditional backgrounds, for example with relevant industrial experience, in lieu of a degree. Each application will be assessed on its own merits and subject to references.
School or college transcripts/certificates (international applicants only)
University transcripts
Degree certificates
English language certificates (international applicants only)
Personal statement
Official, authenticated translations of these documents if they are not in English.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

28300 GBP / year

≈ 28300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12500 GBP / year

≈ 12500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

UK: £6,250
Internationals: £14,150

Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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