What is it?

  • Offered by the College of Engineering
  • Set of four required core courses, plus two elective courses (total 18 credits)
  • The net additional course work varies from a minimum of TWO to a maximum of SIX additional courses

Why should I enroll in this?

  • Provides key competency in a rapidly growing interdisciplinary area
  • Provices students with some focused training in nuclear fundamentals that can help the nuclear industry face current and future technical challenges
  • Provides a competitive advantage when searching for employment 
  • Successful completion of this minor will allow you to transition into doctoral programs 

Courses for a Minor in Nuclear Science & Engineering

For the latest course information please refer to the UMass Lowell online academic catalog. 


How do I enroll in this minor?

  • File a Declaration of Minor form with your College before registering for 3000 level courses
  • Indicate your intention to pursue this Minor by contacting: Professor Sukesh Aghara, 978-934-3150, nuclear@uml.edu
  • Immediately after registering for the final courses which complete the minor, file an academic petition with the Office of Enrollment Services approved by your College.