Overview

The discipline of nuclear engineering is concerned with the development of nuclear processes for energy production and with the applications of radiation for the benefit of society. This Nuclear Engineering program is offered at North Carolina State University.

Research

Representative topics of investigation include analytical, computational and experimental research in the neutronics, materials, thermal-hydraulics and control aspects of fission reactors; radiation detection and measurement of basic physics parameters; nuclear safety and security; applications of radioisotopes and radiation in industry, medicine and science; and plasma science, plasma engineering and design aspects of fusion reactors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reactor Dynamics and Control

Neutron Transport Theory

Reactor Heat Transfer

Radioisotopes Measurement Applications

Nuclear Engineering Analysis

Principles of Industrial Plasmas

Nuclear Reactor Design Calculations

Reactor Kinetics and Control

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Raleigh, United States

Disciplines

Nuclear Engineering View 20 other PhDs in Nuclear Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcript: Upload official college transcripts from all previous institutions attended. Unofficial transcripts can be initially uploaded for review. However, upon admission, official transcripts must be provided to the Graduate School.

Personal Statement: A statement about your desired academic interest, possible research area(s), and future career goals is required. Potential faculty you would like to work with should be included in this statement.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae (RCV)

Three recommendation letters: On your online application, list the name and email address for each referee. They will be notified by email message with a link to respond. Paper recommendations will not be considered.

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

12607 USD / year

≈ 12607 USD / year
Out-of-State

12607 USD / year

≈ 12607 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4089 USD / year

≈ 4089 USD / year

Living costs

Raleigh

United States

1085 - 1853 USD / month

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