Fusion Engineering Swansea University

Overview

Co-designed between Swansea and the UK’s growing nuclear fusion sector, coordinated through UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA). The programme is ideal for students who want to combine their fundamental academic knowledge in Engineering or Physical Sciences with some significant cross-disciplinary real-world challenges.

Fusion Engineering from Swansea University focuses strongly on the development of the skills and attributes needed for a professional engineering career, including teamwork, design, practical and communications skills, project management, leadership and self-directed learning.

The close collaboration with UKAEA and the wider fusion sector includes guest lectures delivered by UKAEA professionals and collaborative projects, providing learners with up‑to‑date insights into current industrial practice and emerging developments in the field.

Career:

Graduates of our MSc Fusion Engineering programme leave equipped with the advanced technical expertise, systems simulation and business management all needed to thrive within the field.

As a graduate, you will be well positioned for a wide range of careers across the wider energy sector, manufacturing and consultancy transport, both in the UK and internationally.

The technical scope of the programme will develop your skills and experience to allow you to be competitive for a wider range of engineering roles, including:

• Research and Development - Plasma physicist, fusion scientist, computational modeler, materials scientist.
• Engineering - Mechanical/electrical/power engineer, RF/high-voltage specialist, magnet engineer, systems engineer.
• Project and Commercial - Project manager, verification/validation specialist, commercial lead in fusion supply chains.