Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer - Degree Apprenticeship
Course Code: EN00067
Next course dates
| Start Date | Location | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2023 | Lancashire Energy HQ | Enquire | |
Course Overview
Advance your career in nuclear engineering with the Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship. Designed with industry leaders BAE Systems and Westinghouse Springfields Fuels, this unique programme delivers the multi-disciplinary and technical skills needed to succeed as a nuclear engineer. It also provides a thorough understanding of the complex nuclear business, including safety and, looking to the future, environmental and operational changes to the nuclear industry. The programme comprises the Foundation Degree and BEng (Hons) Nuclear Engineering, awarded by Lancaster University – a UK top 10 university and highly ranked in international league tables such as the QS World Rankings.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for a degree apprenticeship you must first be employed within an appropriate setting/sector and have confirmation of sponsorship.
You will need a minimum of 80 UCAS points (excluding Functional Skills) in an appropriate discipline and GCSEs in English Language, maths and a science subject at grade 4 (previously grade C) or above.
Your employer will be able to offset the tuition fees associated with this programme against the Apprenticeship Levy; they should seek financial guidance on this through professional services.
Assessment Methods
The modules you will study at each level, together with the corresponding assessment type and percentage weighting, are outlined in the tables below.
Assessment is by both examination and coursework, with the latter consisting of case studies, technical reports or presentations, or a combination of all the above.
The programme also features a range of formative assessment activities, designed to provide ongoing feedback and highlight opportunities to support the development of your confidence, knowledge, skill and aptitudes for learning.
Level 4 (three semesters)
*/ Module Assessment Number Assessment Type Weighting (%) BFC402-E: Academic and Digital Literacy (Science)1
2
3
Coursework - Essay
Presentation
Coursework - Reflective Report
50
50
PASS/FAIL
NCL402: Mechanical Engineering Science1
2
Coursework - Essay
Examination
50
50
NCL403: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
50
50
NCL404: Analytical Methods for Engineers1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
50
50
NCL405: Nuclear Engineering Principles1
Coursework - Portfolio
100
NCL406: Multi-Discipline Nuclear Engineering1
2
Coursework - Report
Practical and Presentation
50
50
Level 5 (three semesters)
Module Assessment Number Assessment Type Weighting (%) NCL501: Materials Engineering1
2
Coursework - Report
Practical Skills Assessment
50
50
NCL502: Further Engineering Science1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
40
60
NCL503: Major Project1
2
Project
Presentation
75
25
NCL504: Engineering Management1
2
Coursework - Essay
Coursework - Evaluation
30
70
NCL505: Nuclear Physics1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
40
60
NCL506: Integrated Manufacturing Processes1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
50
50
Level 6 (four semesters)
Module Assessment Number Assessment Type Weighting (%) NCL601: Fusion and Fission1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
40
60
NCL602: Dissertation1
2
3
Feasibility Study
Dissertation
Presentation
5
80
15
NCL603: Nuclear Lifecycle1
2
Coursework - Report
Practical Assessment
60
40
NCL604: Nuclear Engineering Professional1
2
Coursework - Case Study
Presentation
70
30
NCL605: Control and Simulation1
2
Coursework - Report
Examination
40
60
Teaching and Learning Methods
This course is studied on a modular basis, leading to a foundation degree qualification after three years, and, following a further two years of study, an honours top-up degree.
The programme content is delivered over one day a week, which can be arranged to fit around your workplace schedule and the demands of your employer. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study, however the programme structure is designed to ease you into this with opportunities for you to develop your academic skills and literacy.
Teaching methods range from lectures and seminars through to group tutorials and working in small groups in our nuclear simulator, and our materials and manufacturing labs. You will also have open access to our online programme resources.
We will allocate you your own personal tutor who will guide you throughout the course, support your development, advise you on future career paths and generally help you to get the most out of your time with us.
Industry Placement and Field Trips
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
You will need to provide your own stationery and scientific calculator. You might also need personal protective equipment for workshops, such as boots, gloves and overalls. We will provide guidance about any equipment you’re going to need in advance of the relevant workshop.
Free learning resources are available from Monday to Saturday at our Bispham Campus and University Centre. You will also need access to a computer and the internet for independent study.
We recommended you become a member of a Professional Engineering Institution, which will incur a small associated cost.
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of any courses within the College are approved to teach and/or assess the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering and/or assessing a given programme are appropriately qualified, with relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
Tuition Fees
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Terms and Conditions
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