About Nuclear Engineering Science, Fdeng in University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

Working already in the nuclear sector you will know the importance of nuclear to providing a safe, stable and carbon neutral energy source from power generation to submarine propulsion. You will also understand how integral engineering is to the nuclear sector and just how important engineering innovation is to the nuclear lifecycle together with effective project management to deliver not only successful decommissioning but also new nuclear power sources from small modular reactors to fusion to the thorium fuel cycle.

To develop your career we offer a comprehensive mechanical engineering based foundation degree course on a part-time basis. After covering engineering ‘basics’ in year 1 this is then combined in year 2 with either business improvement to facilitate your employer’s efficiency, or engineering industry linked projects embedded with your employer to enhance your effectiveness as a nuclear engineer delivering nuclear engineering projects.

• A comprehensive mechanical engineering based foundation degree course delivered on a part-time basis.
• The course includes  an Industry-linked Project student-led module, covering engineering project planning, implementation and evaluation.
• UCLan has been teaching nuclear science to local employers since the 1970s.

INDUSTRY LINKS

UCLan has developed strong relationships with the nuclear industry and supply chain, including Sellafield Ltd, National Nuclear Laboratory, BAE Systems at Barrow, Westinghouse, Atkins, AMEC and Studsvik.

• International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
• The National Skills Academy Nuclear (NSAN)

The University of Central Lancashire has been teaching nuclear science to local employers since the 1970s. The course teaching team has jointly circa 80 years’ experience of working within the UK nuclear industries.  The course is augmented by industry guest lectures and site visits (subject to facility security clearance).

FURTHER INFORMATION

Module options on the FdEng Nuclear Engineering Science include either the Business Improvement Techniques module which focusses on business management and it’s evaluation and improvement or the Industry-linked Project module.  The Industry-linked Project module is student-led, covering engineering project planning, implementation and evaluation.  Alternatively the 48 week Industrial Placement may be undertaken.

The MP2899 Industrial Placement module is a 48 week placement with a nuclear company which is assessed by portfolio and contributes to the course outcomes. You are responsible for identifying and winning the placement, and the University supports this via links to industry and training in application and interview skills.  Should you be already employed with a nuclear company then the University will work with your employer to enable a suitable placement project.

58% from listed boards (The All Indian Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or The Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by the Indian Council for School Examinations (ICSE), or a recognised Indian State Education Board, such as the West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Karnataka Education Boards
60% from other boards, not listed above
Where a specific subject is required for entry to the degree programme, 58% must be achieved in this subject
Pre-University Certificate, Government of Karnataka can be considered – send to tutor – evidence from Govind included in entry requirements folder
3% margin to be considered by UCLan staff based on reputation of institution, work experience etc

65% in Year 12 English *
Or
65% average grade in Year 11 and Year 12 English provided Year 12 is not below 60%
Or
Standard English language requirements – IELTS 6 or equivalent

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) Highlights

University of Central Lancashire Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Preston is officially the cheapest city in the UK for students. The following are the categories of the tuition fee payable by the students.

The total estimated annual cost of attendance for the 2020/2021 academic session is as presented on the table below: