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MRes Materials in Fusion Energy

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course overview Become a materials specialist and tackle our future energy challenges with our MRes Materials in Fusion Energy. Our programme gives you the expertise to work on nuclear fusion solutions. Develop advanced scientific knowledge, concepts and skills for a career in the nuclear sector. Immersing you in the fusion environment, our course prepares you for research or technology roles in materials science and engineering. With our leading researchers, you will learn how to design, manufacture, certify, and manage the lifecycle of materials. You’ll work on an individual project, honing your research skills and learning how to communicate your findings. Strong industry connections, including with the nuclear industry and the UK Atomic Energy Authority Our department is renowned as one of the best centres for materials research in the UK. Course led by Joint Chair in Fusion Materials plus close links with Culham Centre for Fusion Energy World-leading facilities, including two particle accelerators

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 29,310per year

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    14th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    6th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    186 83%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    30th

    4

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