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Nuclear Engineering at the University of Utah

Housed within the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, the Utah Nuclear Engineering Program (UNEP) is the only nuclear engineering program in the state.

Nuclear Engineering at the University of Utah

Join a program that combines rigorous academics with hands-on research opportunities across the nuclear engineering spectrum.
Minor in Nuclear Engineering
Build foundational knowledge in nuclear engineering through specialized coursework and hands-on learning opportunities. The minor complements degrees in engineering, physics, and related fields.
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M.S. in Nuclear Engineering
Advance your technical expertise through graduate coursework and applied research. The M.S. prepares students for careers in industry, national laboratories, and advanced technical roles.
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Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering
Pursue original research and contribute new knowledge to the field of nuclear engineering. The Ph.D. prepares graduates for leadership in research, academia, and high-level industry positions.
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Hands-On Nuclear Research with Our On-Campus TRIGA Reactor

At the University of Utah, graduate students have access to one of the nation’s few on-campus research nuclear reactors.
Our TRIGA (Training, Research, Isotopes, General Atomics) reactor provides rare, hands-on research opportunities in areas such as radiation detection, isotope production, nuclear forensics, and reactor physics, bridging classroom learning with real experimental experience.
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