MSc Nuclear engineering / track Medical applications

NE - Medical Applications. This speciality develops fundamental scientific, technical and industrial knowledge of the different nuclear technologies used in the medical field. It has a particular focus on the safety and radioprotection, to be considered in the management of a large project in this field.

Objectives

Acquire the basic scientific knowledge relative to nuclear technologies, necessary for understanding their utility and danger in medical applications.
Develop competences in beams production and qualification.
Master the operational techniques and strategies for the management of a project in nuclear medicine. Implement appropriate solutions through projects in/with industry.
Develop competences in radioprotection and nuclear waste management in the medical environment.
Build contacts with a large number of international key players in the field.
Develop an awareness of societal considerations related to nuclear medicine.

Testimonial

Course structure

The Master of Science  starts in September and is divided into 4 semesters:

• - MSc year 1 : 2 academic semesters in Nantes campus
• - MSc year 2 : 1 academic semester for specialization thaught in French in Nantes campus + 6 months Master Thesis in industry or research laboratory.

Scientific and technical modules:

• * Physics of Ionizing Radiation
• * Introduction to Nuclear modeling
• * Introduction to Neutron physics
• * Radioprotection
• * Physico-Chemistry of Environment
• * Introduction to Nuclear Technology
• * Nuclear Reactions and Radiations
• * Mathematical Tools and Computer Simulation
• * Dosimetry
• * Medical Imaging Techniques

Management modules:

• * Nuclear: Management, Safety and Society
• * Energy mix and energetic transition
• * Environmental Management and Strategy of sustainability

Company visits, Scientific seminars

Technical projects
Generic methods for Engineers

French language & culture
Professional coaching (Student centred process of reflection on competencies and professional objectives)

6-month MSc thesis in Industry or research lab