Imperial College or Cambridge for Nuclear Engineering?

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The discussion centers on the decision between studying Nuclear Engineering at Imperial College London (IC) versus Cambridge University (Cam). Imperial College is recognized for its strong focus on technical aspects of nuclear engineering, offering specialized courses such as Nuclear Waste Management and Decommissioning, while Cambridge provides a broader curriculum that includes policy and management alongside technical training. The participant expresses a preference for a program that aligns with their career goals in project planning and implementation within the energy sector, indicating that both institutions provide valuable opportunities but differ in their approach to nuclear engineering education.

PREREQUISITES
  • Nuclear Engineering fundamentals
  • Understanding of energy sector dynamics
  • Familiarity with project management principles
  • Knowledge of nuclear safety and waste management practices
NEXT STEPS
  • Research Imperial College's Nuclear Engineering curriculum and course offerings
  • Explore Cambridge's approach to integrating policy and management in engineering education
  • Investigate career opportunities in the energy sector post-graduation
  • Learn about the role of project management in nuclear energy projects
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Prospective students in nuclear engineering, energy sector professionals, and individuals interested in the intersection of technical and managerial aspects of nuclear energy.

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Hello everyone...

After applying to the Universities and passing their interviews, I've been accepted to study at Imperial College and Cambridge. The subjects are nuclear engineering and nuclear energy.

Now I'm trying to decide between the two and thought maybe I could get some of your input which will help me in my final decision.

Of course IC is known (to me at least) to be stronger in the field of engineering generally and nuclear engineering specifically when compared with Cam. The brief course description on their website shows clearly that their nuclear engineering is focusing on the technical side to the finest details. The programme at Cam is a little bit different as it also takes a look at the policy and management side in addition to the technical aspects and thus making it in my opinion more broad.

First of all, I've applied to these programmes because I plan to do a PhD study and I wanted to understand some aspects with nuclear power before proceeding in that field. Also I aiming towards a job position in the energy field.. I don't see my self in the future being someone who works on developing new nuclear energy technology but rather be one of the people who plan, implement, and monitor projects in the relevant energy field.

I kinda feel IC is a little bit too techie for my interest, however they do cover subjects that interest me in more than one course (Nuclear Waste Management and Decommissioning, Nuclear Safety Management, and Radiation Protection) when compared to Cam they only have one which is Fuel Cycle, Waste & Decommissioning.

So tell me... what are your opinions? What do you think?
 
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i don't think your career path is set based on which school you go to. just focus on learning and the opportunity will present itself. the world could be a difference place by the time you graduate. either school is good.
 
I've heard that Oxbridge are not as good for postgrad as they are for undergrad. Imperial, from what I've been told, is hardly too geeky. Also, because Imperial's in London, they have very strong links with major engineering companies all over.

Imperial's the best in the UK for engineering generally and are favoured over Oxbridge for formula 1. Just saying...
 

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