Overview

Key facts:

Students pursing an MS or PhD in nuclear engineering at the The University of New Mexico are required to take the core courses listed below.
Please note: Courses listed below are for traditional MS and PhDs in Nuclear Engineering. Core courses differ for students pursuing a Master’s with a concentration in Radiation Protection Engineering or Medical Physics. You can find details on the above topics and more in this section.
Nuclear Engineering faculty are global leaders in Nuclear Engineering field, working closely with our national laboratories, advancing research, and providing an interactive learning environment for all our students. Rising to the challenges of today greatest problems the Nuclear Engineering diverse faculty is leading the way in advancing nuclear technology and science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods of Analysis in Chemical and Nuclear Engineering
Graduate Seminar
Nuclear Reactor Theory
Nuclear Fuel Development and Simulation
Radiation Damage in Materials, Structure-Property Relations
Thermal-Hydraulics and Safety Analysis of Nuclear Reactors
Space Nuclear Power and Thermal Propulsion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nuclear Engineering View 38 other Masters in Nuclear Engineering in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Educational Background
Test Scores
Letter of Intent
Writing Sample
CV/Resume

Relevant Coursework

Three Letters of Recommendation
The General GRE is required

Tuition Fee

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International

29715 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29715 USD per year during 12 months.
National

29715 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29715 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

10800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10800 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Albuquerque

870 - 1360 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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