Nuclear Science (master)
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Programme structure

The master's programme in nuclear science is a two-year full-time study consisting of?120 ECTS?credits.

The programme has the following structure:

  • Theoretical curriculum, 60 ECTS credits
  • Master's thesis, 60 ECTS credits

Course of study

Two possible illustrated courses of study?below:

Master's project from 2nd semester

4. semesterMaster's thesis
3. semesterMaster's courseMaster's thesis
2. semesterMaster's courseMaster's courseMaster's thesis
1. semester

Master's course,

HSE-courses

Master's courseMaster's course
?10 ECTS credits10 ECTS credits10 ECTS credits

Master's project from 3rd semester

4. semesterMaster's thesis
3. semester
2. semesterMaster's courseMaster's courseMaster's course
1. semester

Master's course,?

HSE-courses

Master's courseMaster's course
?10 ECTS credits10 ECTS credits10 ECTS credits

The master's programme?is regulated by the rules of The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

It is possible to carry out the programme part-time. In such a case it must be discussed with an advisor at the Department of Physics.

Theoretical curriculum

The following guidelines regard the composition of the theoretical curriculum with a total of 60 ECTS credits:

  • Aat least 40 ECTS credit courses on the 4000/5000-level. 20 of these 40 ECTS credits need to be within the fields of nuclear science.
  • Up to 20 ECTS credits of advanced bachelor's courses from other fields may be included.
  • Up to 10 ECTS credits may be special curriculum, or other professional training with the approval of the programme commitee.

The theoretical curriculum depends on which direction you go and the topic of the master's thesis. The structure also depends on whether you choose a master's thesis with an experimental, theoretical or calculation-oriented focus, and your professional interests.

You clarify the final structure of the master's study, including subjects and any special syllabus, in collaboration with your supervisor(s). You should have a counseling session with the contact person for your field of study as early as possible in the course of study.

The theoretical curriculum should be completed and passed in the next to last semester. If this proves difficult, you must contact the programme coordinator in advance.

Mandatory courses

Students who have completed similar courses before admission, can replace these with optional courses.

Compulsory HMS-courses

There are mandatory courses in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in the beginning of the first semester:

HMS-courses?do not give?credits. If you have previously passed equivalent?courses at the University of Oslo, you will not need to re-apply for these.

Recommended courses

The study program has a great academic breadth, and you can tailor a course of study that fits your interests and theme for your master's thesis.

Possible course of study for those who must complete all mandatory courses

4. semesterMaster's thesis
3. semesterOptional courseMaster's thesis
2. semesterFYS4535 – Medical Applications of Nuclear PhysicsOptional courseMaster's thesis
1. semester

FYS-KJM4506 – Nuclear methods and instrumentation,

HMS-courses

KJM3900 – RadioactivityFYS4580 – Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Physics
?10 ECTS10 ECTS10 ECTS

Possible course of study for those who have completed FYS3500 (or an equivalent course) previously

4. semesterMaster's thesis
3. semesterFYS4711 – Radiation and Dosimetry?/ Optional courseMaster's thesis
2. semesterFYS4535 – Medical Applications of Nuclear PhysicsFYS4590 – Targeted Alpha Therapy (TAT)?/ FYS5585 – Advanced Reactor Physics / Optional courseMaster's thesis
1. semester

FYS-KJM4506 – Nuclear methods and instrumentation,

HMS-courses

FYS4580 – Introduction to Nuclear Reactor PhysicsFYS4515A – Nuclear Reactions?/ Optional courseFYS4515A – Nuclear Reactions?/ Optional course
?10 ECTS10 ECTS10 ECTS

Recommended courses within medical nuclear technology

The students may chose all the courses below if they have passed all compulsory courses previously.

Recommended courses within reactor simulations

Students may chose among the courses below if they have passed all compulsory courses previously.

Special curriculum

A special curriculum is a series of lectures, books, overview articles etc. which has a natural connection with the master's thesis. It should not include literature you should have read anyway in order to get familiarized with the problem area of the research task.

Master's thesis

You will find a supervisor and master's thesis during the first semester of the course. In addition to writing the master's thesis, the work on the thesis will also involve familiarizing yourself with what others have done in your field in the past, defining the problem and research questions for the thesis, finding an appropriate research method, carrying out experiments, simulating, analyzing and concluding.

The work with your thesis equals a full academic year. The master's thesis is completed with an oral presentation and examination at the end of the fourth semester.

You must have completed all of the theoretical curriculum and HMS courses in order to present the master's thesis.

Honours certificate

Are you academically ambitious? It is possible to supplement your master's degree with an honours certificate worth 20 credits. You take the certificate concurrently with the master's programme.

Recognition of master's courses from former education

If you are admitted to the master's programme and you have completed master's courses outside the University of Oslo, you may apply to have these courses recognised as part of your degree.?Please contact the Department of Physics for more information.

Diploma and degree

This programme leads to the following degree: Master of Sciences in nuclear science

The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.

Published Dec. 13, 2022 2:43 PM - Last modified Apr. 10, 2026 8:33 AM