Nuclear technology is the wonder of our age. It can power our cities and help cure our illnesses. This degree is your opportunity to study the applications of nuclear physics in energy supply, medicine and propulsion systems, alongside a solid core of mainstream physics. Specialist topics extend to cover material properties and testing, propulsion systems, radiation safety and reactor design. You'll also conduct experiments in our dedicated ionising radiation laboratory. This course represents an ideal starting point for a career in the ever-expanding nuclear industries. It is accredited by the Institute of Physics.
**Why choose this course?**
+ You’ll benefit from excellent teaching. We’re consistently rated as one of the best universities for teaching in the UK. We’ve been awarded a gold rating in the government’s Teaching Excellence Framework and the rankings produced by the Times Higher Education put us third in the UK. And that’s not all – we were awarded the title of Modern University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 and University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2017.
+ You’ll join satisfied students. We get consistently high satisfaction scores in the National Student Survey. In the most recent survey (2020) the overall satisfaction with our Physics and Astronomy courses was 97%, putting us second in the UK.
+ You’ll learn in inspiring environments. We have a custom-built, on-campus observatory recognised by the International Astronomical Union, a radio telescope, a CT scanner, new microscopes, MRI scanners, a scanning tunneling microscope and an ionising radiation laboratory. This ensures that you get the practical experience you need to pursue a successful career.
+ You’ll study innovative accredited courses. Our pioneering courses and research are carried out in close collaboration with university and industry partners worldwide, giving our students skills and knowledge which are highly relevant to the needs of industry. Our undergraduate MSci and BSc physics courses are accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) which will help you to achieve Chartered Physicist status sooner.
+ You’ll help to deliver research with impact. Our physics staff contribute to research activity in a number of areas including Superhydrophobic Surfaces, Medical Resonance Imaging, Art Conservation and Space Weather. Every year approximately ten of our students undertake paid summer placements in these research groups. NTU has recently been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for research – the highest national award achievable.
+ You’ll have the opportunity to get experience. Our courses offer the opportunity to apply for a placement in the UK or abroad, giving you the real-life experience employers are looking for. Recent year-long placements have taken place at CERN, E.ON, The Netherlands Forensic Institute and Diamond Light Source. There are paid summer placements in our research groups, where you get hands-on research experience. Our students have also undertaken paid summer placements in local secondary schools and at British Antarctic Survey.
+ You’ll become more employable. We’ve got an excellent employability record - 97% of NTU graduates are employed or engaged in further study six months after leaving.
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
350J
Institution code:
N91
Campus Name:
Clifton Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
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International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
112 UCAS Tariff points from four A-Levels or equivalent qualifications, including A-level Physics and Mathematics grade B and C in any order or equivalent
Including A-level Physics and Mathematics grade B and C in any order
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, including relevant Physics and Maths modules
112 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Diploma and two A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including Physics and Mathematics grade B and C in any order or equivalent.
including relevant Physics and Mathematics modules
112 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Extended Certificate and three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including Physics and Mathematics grade B and C in any order or equivalent.
We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
55%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees for 2022 entry are yet to be confirmed. As a guide and to enable you to plan your finances, the fees for Home undergraduate students for 2021 are £9250. The current expectation is that the University may increase this for future and subsequent years of study in line with inflation and as specified by the Government.
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50 Shakespeare Street
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Nottingham
NG1 4FQ
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