NSE

Nuclear Science and Engineering

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Course 22

MIT’s Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE/Course 22) is for students interested in advancing the frontiers of nuclear science and engineering and in developing applications of nuclear technology for the benefit of society and the environment.

Technical Skills

  • Fission
  • Fusion
  • Quantum
  • Materials
  • Security & Policy

Common Careers

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Computational Scientist
  • Researcher
  • Military Service
  • Nuclear Engineer
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About

We combine rigorous academics with hands-on learning and cutting-edge research, empowering students to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. From exploring the frontiers of clean energy to quantum engineering, our students and faculty are united by a shared commitment to innovation and impact. Our mission is to help develop the next generation of technical leaders of the global nuclear enterprise and to provide technical leadership in energy and non-energy applications of nuclear technology.

Why Choose NSE?

The story of nuclear science and engineering is one of transformation — of energy, of materials, of ideas. We invite you to become part of that story. The NSE program combines rigorous academics with hands-on learning and cutting-edge research. It prepares students to address and find solutions for some of the world’s most urgent challenges.

Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT

Faculty Spotlights

All NSE Faculty
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Matteo Bucci

Associate Professor

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Zachary Hartwig

Associate Professor

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Haruko Wainwright

Assistant Professor

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NSE Degrees

Undergraduate
  • Course 22 Traditional Degree, Bachelor of Nuclear Science and Engineering
  • Course 22-ENG Flexible Degree, Bachelor of Science in Engineering as recommended by the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering
Graduate
  • Course 22 Master’s Degree
  • Course 22 Doctoral Degree
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Affiliated Research Labs and Centers

NSE graduate student Thomas Varnish’s love of capturing a fleeting moment on film translates to his research when he conducts laser interferometry on plasmas using off-the-shelf cameras.

Class Highlights

  • 22.001: Introduction to Undergraduate Research I
  • 22.06: Engineering of Nuclear Systems
  • 22.061: Fusion Energy

Student Groups

Resources

Pushing the boundaries of the possible to shape the future of aerospace

  1. Welcome to Course 16
  2. AeroAstro Research
  3. AeroAstro News
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