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The Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE) at MIST was established in 2014 and began its academic journey in 2015 with 40 students. It offers B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Engg, and Ph.D. programs in Nuclear Engineering. The program prepares graduates with expertise in nuclear reactor physics, radiation protection, nuclear safety, nuclear fuel cycle, and advanced energy systems. Students gain both theoretical foundations and practical training through laboratories, industrial visits, and collaborations with institutions such as Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, BAEC, and international universities.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE) at MIST was established in 2014 and began its academic journey in 2015 with 40 students. It offers B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Engg, and Ph.D. programs in Nuclear Engineering. The program prepares graduates with expertise in nuclear reactor physics, radiation protection, nuclear safety, nuclear fuel cycle, and advanced energy systems. Students gain both theoretical foundations and practical training through laboratories, industrial visits, and collaborations with institutions such as Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, BAEC, and international universities.
Admission Requirements
80+
SSC/Equivalent: Applicants must have passed in 2022 or 2023 with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (excluding the fourth subject) .
HSC/Equivalent: Applicants must have passed in 2024 or 2025 with a minimum total grade point of 18 across four core subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English .
Subject Minimums: A minimum grade point of 4.0 is strictly required in each of the three core science subjects: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry .
GCE (O and A Level) Standards: * O Level: Minimum 'B' grade in at least five subjects, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English.
A Level: Minimum of three 'B' grades in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry .
Shortlisting Prerequisite: Only a limited number of applicants from two separate shortlists (current year and last year) will be selected to sit for the written admission test .
Merit List Weighting: Admission is not based solely on the test; the final merit list is a composite score of the Written Test ( 60% ), HSC results ( 20% ), and SSC results ( 20% ) .
Penalty for Second-Time Applicants: Candidates who passed their HSC in 2024 will face a 5% mark deduction from their written test score during merit list preparation .
Disqualification Clause: Any incomplete or false information provided at any stage will result in immediate disqualification .
29 Nov 2025
4 Years
Tuition fees
Domestic
2,833 USD
International
10,752 USD
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It focuses on nuclear reactor design, radiation safety, nuclear fuel cycle, health physics, and applications of nuclear technology in energy, medicine, and industry.
Graduates can work as nuclear engineers, radiation safety officers, reactor operators, researchers, and project engineers in nuclear power plants, research reactors, regulatory authorities, and international nuclear agencies. Opportunities also exist in medical physics, radiation technology, and higher studies abroad.
It blends both. Students engage in coursework, laboratory experiments (SEM, WDXRF, HPGe, reactor simulation labs), industrial training (Rooppur NPP, BAEC, nuclear medicine facilities), and final-year design projects.
Yes. Nuclear engineering relies heavily on advanced physics (nuclear, quantum, radiation) and mathematics (differential equations, numerical methods). Strong foundations are essential.
NSE is distinct because it directly supports Bangladesh’s nuclear energy program, combining cutting-edge science with engineering practice. It prepares graduates for roles in a highly regulated, safety-critical industry that impacts national energy security and global sustainability.
BSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering
48 monthsProgramme duration
10,752 USDTuition Fee/year
29 Nov, 2025Application Deadline
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE) at MIST was established in 2014 and began its academic journey in 2015 with 40 students. It offers B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Engg, and Ph.D. programs in Nuclear Engineering. The program prepares graduates with expertise in nuclear reactor physics, radiation protection, nuclear safety, nuclear fuel cycle, and advanced energy systems. Students gain both theoretical foundations and practical training through laboratories, industrial visits, and collaborations with institutions such as Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, BAEC, and international universities.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering (NSE) at MIST was established in 2014 and began its academic journey in 2015 with 40 students. It offers B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Engg, and Ph.D. programs in Nuclear Engineering. The program prepares graduates with expertise in nuclear reactor physics, radiation protection, nuclear safety, nuclear fuel cycle, and advanced energy systems. Students gain both theoretical foundations and practical training through laboratories, industrial visits, and collaborations with institutions such as Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, BAEC, and international universities.
Admission Requirements
SSC/Equivalent: Applicants must have passed in 2022 or 2023 with a minimum GPA of 4.00 (excluding the fourth subject) .
HSC/Equivalent: Applicants must have passed in 2024 or 2025 with a minimum total grade point of 18 across four core subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English .
Subject Minimums: A minimum grade point of 4.0 is strictly required in each of the three core science subjects: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry .
GCE (O and A Level) Standards: * O Level: Minimum 'B' grade in at least five subjects, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English.
A Level: Minimum of three 'B' grades in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry .
Shortlisting Prerequisite: Only a limited number of applicants from two separate shortlists (current year and last year) will be selected to sit for the written admission test .
Merit List Weighting: Admission is not based solely on the test; the final merit list is a composite score of the Written Test ( 60% ), HSC results ( 20% ), and SSC results ( 20% ) .
Penalty for Second-Time Applicants: Candidates who passed their HSC in 2024 will face a 5% mark deduction from their written test score during merit list preparation .
Disqualification Clause: Any incomplete or false information provided at any stage will result in immediate disqualification .
Tuition fees
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