Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Multiple locations
Cambridge , Massachusetts , United States
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Overview
Faculty and students in MIT’s Nuclear Science and Engineering department (NSE) advance the frontiers of nuclear science and engineering and develop applications of nuclear technology for the benefit of society and the environment.
Research Areas
The Nuclear Science and Engineering program of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is organized into six research areas that students can pursue:
- Fission
- Fusion
- Nuclear Security
- Radiation Sources, Detection & Measurement
- Modeling & Simulation
- Materials in Extreme Environments
Programme Structure
LGO students completing the MS in Nuclear Science and Engineering are expected to take:
The required courses in the LGO Summer Core
Two modules in NSE
Two specialization courses in NSE
Recommended Fields of Specializations:
- Nuclear Reactor Engineering
- Nuclear Reactor Physics
- Nuclear Materials
- Fusion
- Nuclear Science and Technology
- Nuclear Security and Policy
One additional engineering course as approved by department
An LGO internship incorporating Nuclear Science and Engineering with management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Energy & Power Engineering Master in Business Administration (MBA) General Engineering & Technology View 1787 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- A previous STEM degree with a strong academic record
- Strong analytical skills and a significant amount of physics coursework
- A background in nuclear science is not needed to apply. Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Mathematics are common undergraduate majors for applicants.
Tuition Fee
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International
53450 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 53450 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
53450 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 53450 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cambridge
1814 - 3756 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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