Curriculum

Master program

The Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion Master’s program is a two-year program. Each year is worth 60 credits, with each credit equivalent to 28 hours of study. 

The Master’s program includes 120 credits and consists of the following components:

  • Mandatory core courses – 20 credits
  • Track electives – 20 credits
  • Masterclasses – 5 credits
  • Free elective space – 15 credits
  • Internship – 15 credits
  • Graduation project – 45 credits

At least 15 ECTS of the internship or graduation project needs to be executed abroad.

Approval of your study program

You should list your desired study program on the NF Study Program Form, discuss it with your mentor, and submit the fully completed form to the Study Program Committee via Osiris Zaakno later than six months after the start of your Master’s program. Also send a copy (Cc) of your NF Study Program Form to your mentor.

The study program for the Combiprogram NF-MAP or a Double Diploma program should be submitted at the study guide for double degree programs.

Curriculum 2024/2025

An overview of courses offered by the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education for the Master's Program Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion in the academic year 2024-2025 can be found here.

Changes curriculum 2024/2025

An overview of the changes in the courses offered by the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education for the Master's Program Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion in the academic year of 2024-2025 can be found here. This overview also includes changes in courses offered for other programs organized by the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education.