Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering
About This Programme
A 30-credit research master's in thermal hydraulics, nuclear materials, reactor theory and radiation measurement (open to UAE nationals and sponsored Saudi nationals), preparing graduates for FANR, ENEC and Nawah Energy.
Course Highlights
- Enrolment restricted to UAE nationals and sponsored Saudi nationals
- Core in thermal hydraulics, nuclear materials, reactor theory and radiation measurement
- Electives across reactor design, nuclear safety, fuel cycle, safeguards and non-proliferation
- Aligned to the UAE's Barakah nuclear-energy programme
What You'll Study
Thesis-based: 12 credits of core courses (including a 0-credit research-methods seminar), 9 credits of electives and a 9-credit master's thesis; admission is restricted to UAE nationals and sponsored Saudi nationals.
Core Courses
- ENGR 695 Seminar in Research Methods0 credits
- NUCE 601 Thermal Hydraulics in Nuclear Systems3 credits
- NUCE 602 Nuclear Materials, Structural Integrity and Chemistry3 credits
- NUCE 603 Nuclear Reactor Theory3 credits
- NUCE 606 Radiation Measurement and Applications3 credits
Electives
- NUCE 611 Nuclear Systems Design and Analysis3 credits
- NUCE 612 Nuclear Safety and Probabilistic Safety3 credits
- NUCE 613 Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Safeguards3 credits
- NUCE 614 Nuclear Nonproliferation and Security3 credits
- NUCE 621 Nuclear Instrumentation and Control3 credits
- NUCE 622 Thermal Hydraulics Computations & Modelling3 credits
- NUCE 624 Radiation Damage and Nuclear Fuels3 credits
- NUCE 625 Advanced Core Physics for Light Water Reactors3 credits
Thesis
- NUCE 699 Master's Thesis9 credits
Entry Requirements
Some programmes are nationality-restricted (e.g. Nuclear Engineering; International and Civil Security).
Careers
Graduates support the UAE's nuclear-power sector in regulation, operations, safety and fuel management (Barakah, ENEC / Nawah), or pursue a PhD.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
UAE CAA (Ministry of Education); KU holds no programmatic accreditation at graduate level
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; Spring intake for many programmes)
Typical Offer
Bachelor's in nuclear, mechanical, electrical, chemical or a related engineering field, CGPA 3.0/4.0 + TOEFL 91 / IELTS 6.5. Enrolment restricted to UAE nationals and sponsored Saudi nationals.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Engineering
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 150,000/yr
Apply online via ku.ac.ae with transcripts, references and a statement of purpose. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission. Master's awards may cover tuition in full or in part and carry no stipend; PhD awards are competitive and merit-based, and may carry a full or partial tuition waiver plus a monthly stipend whose amount Khalifa University does not publish.